Bold & Candid with Koena Mitra
Published in Mega Modelz magazine – Oct-Dec 2009 Issue – © Manali
When was your first kiss?
My first kiss was during my school days with my boyfriend, at home. Since it was first time for both of us, it was a truly terrible experience.
Most embarrassing thing you’ve done after getting drunk?
I don’t drink… but 1 glass of wine is good enough for me to go off to sleep.
The worst pick-up used on you so far?
I usually ignore such people. Just loathe pick up lines, so I don’t even remember.
Life without sex OR Life without acting?
I am greedy and I want all the good things in life.
A feature that rates you high on oomphometer?
Too many. Hmm… let me start from my eyes. Just joking. I love my abs, but it depends on who’s looking at me and how…
As a teenager, you never wanted your parents to know…
I had three boy friends in school.
Dark & Handsome / Fair & Charming / Suave & sophisticated / a Grungy Rockstar?
I am not going to settle for less than a dark, handsome, charming, suave, sophisticated and a total rockstar… Am I asking for too much from a billionaire?
First thing you notice in a guy?
The first thing I notice in a man is his personality, clothes and smile. A guy with a big belly might go unnoticed. Basically, he should be fit.
What do you think men want?
Honestly, that’s a mystery. It’s an irony that even men don’t know what they actually want.
Have you ever experienced the casting couch?
It does exist, but it’s your choice if you want to walk that way. I chose to live with dignity.
Milan Fashion Week or a Yash Chopra Movie?
As a model I have done it all – be it Milan or Paris or NYC Fashion Week. So right now, working with Yash Raj would be a dream come true.
Nude scene in Hollywood’s biggest venture – Yes or No…
Never! My father will sit and watch my film. I’m still his little bong baby girl, I wouldn’t hurt his pride.
Perfect date for you would be…
A man who’s well spoken, not boring and who likes to listen as well. He should be charming, witty and a complete gentleman.
Most exist bollywood star?
Undoubtedly, Salman khan. He is charismatic, charming, stylish, a trendsetter and an inspiration to many. Salman is probably the best looking hero in the Bollywood’s history.
The director would love to work with?
Anurag Basu. I love his films. They are sensitive, sensual, simple and real. Also, Sanjay Leela Bansali, who is a man with great vision. His movies are larger than life and as beautiful as paintings.
The outfit you look most sexy in?
Denims and t-shirts. Also, basic and classic wears that never go out of style.
Secret behind your sexy, curvy and fit figure?
My funda is to eat and burn it out. I eat right and workout almost everyday. I love well toned bodies that’s why I do weight training too. Nothing comes easy without hard work. Starving and fat burners do not work.
