Gujarati films are now exploring a range of genres: Yukti Randeria

It has been a good year for Yukti Randeria so far. The actress was appreciated for her performance in All the Best Pandya , which did well at the box office, and also shared screen space with Supriya Pathak in Auntypreneur . Yukti, who has also done Gujarati films like Vanilla Ice Cream (2024), Kahi De Ne Prem Chhe (2023) and Saiyar Mori Re (2022), says, “While we knew we had made a good film, the exceptional box office performance of All the Best Pandya left us overjoyed. This was my second film opposite Mallhar (after Vanilla Ice Cream), and I am glad that audiences like our onscreen chemistry. He is an amazing co-star. Also, Rahul Bhole and Vinit Kanojia are very chilled out directors and know how to bring out your best performance.”

‘I am not in a rush to sign new projects’

Talking about her upcoming projects, Yukti says, “I have completed shooting for an upcoming film, which will release next month. Also, I have signed another interesting film and we will start shooting soon. There are a lot of offers, but I am prepared to wait for good roles. I am not in a rush to sign new projects.”

She adds, “I want to do thrillers and crime dramas. I am also keen to explore a period drama and play characters that challenge me. As an actor, the best part is when you get to play a role that is very different from how you are in real life. You get to create a new world, which is exciting. It feels great to see so many Gujarati films doing well at the box office this year. It shows that the audience is now trusting us more. I feel one of the reasons for that is that we are exploring more genres now, which has ensured variety. I feel fortunate that I have been a part of films like All the Best Pandya and Auntypreneur this year. You always want to do films that have good storylines and offer something refreshing for the audience.”


‘Supriya Pathak made me feel very comfortable’

Yukti was also appreciated for her performance in Auntypreneur, which was a multi-starrer. She says, “Bey Yaar was among the first Gujarati films that I watched and so, when I got an opportunity to work with Abhishek Jain and Pratik Rajen Kothari, I was excited. I learnt a lot just by watching Supriya Pathak on the sets. She’s so natural in front of the camera and has such amazing screen presence! She is a very humble and kind person and made me feel very comfortable.”