'My mother is OBSESSED with Bigg Boss'

'I am an emotional person and hope to be stronger when I go inside because I have been told dil pe nahin lena.'

After participating in music reality shows like India's Raw Star and The Remix alongside DJ Skip, Akasa Singh became a popular singer, known for songs like Naagin and Keech Meri Photo.

She takes a career leap by participating in the reality show Bigg Boss 15, and tells Rediff.com Senior Contributor Rajul Hedge, "I was too new when I was offered Bigg Boss earlier. At that point, I wanted people to know me for my music, not as a contestant on Bigg Boss."

What made you take up Bigg Boss 15?

My parents are the reason I am doing this show.

After years of being approached for the show, my mom finally convinced me to do it, saying it would be a life experience.

She is obsessed with Bigg Boss.

When I was quarantined before the show, my mom really got tense, so she kept sending voice notes of encouragement.

Are you an extrovert?

I have a certain set of people and I love to be within that circle.

But I am happy to meet new people and make friends.

I have not lived without my phone, my family and friends, so it's going to be really difficult.

I just want to go with the flow.

Basically, I want to go, have fun, be myself and give my 100 percent.

Your vulnerable side will come out during the show. How good are you at handling such things?

I am still learning, and I am open to learning inside also.

I still don't know how to deal with a lot of things, so there is a lot of fear.

I am an emotional person and hope to be stronger when I go inside because I have been told dil pe nahin lena.

Are you patient?

I have less patience, but when mahayudh hota hai ghar mein within five minutes, you will see us sitting together and giggling.

I hope the same thing happens in the Bigg Boss.

Sometimes I am the peacemaker at home.

I am hot-headed, but it takes a while to get there and usually, I am angry when I am hurt, so it's a terrible combination.

Are you ready for the jungle theme in Bigg Boss 15?

I am an adventurous person.

I love animals.

I have no problem with insects.

I used to climb trees during my childhood, so I am rough and tough.

I have grown up with boys.

Any contestants you have liked in previous seasons?

I don't know if it's a good thing but it's been a while since I watched Bigg Boss.

My mother is a huge fan, so she watches it often.

I remember watching Gauhar Khan's season. I really liked her.

I respect her because she is a strong woman.

I get impressed, and feel happy to meet people who are very much themselves. I immediately make friends with them because I like to be with them.

I really liked Shehnaz Gill too.

I am sure every Sardarni has liked her.

Is this the best phase of your musical career?

I was too new when I was offered Bigg Boss earlier.

To be honest, at that point, I wanted people to know me for my music, not as a contestant on Bigg Boss.

Hopefully, people will remember my music when I am inside the house.

I am trying to build myself as an artist and yes, win more hearts.

I have a little family of fans that support and love me. Maybe that will increase through this show.

Are you excited to meet Salman Khan?

I don't know how I will react when I meet him.

He has been a crush for many (smiles).

He is so connected to the show and the contestants. He gives good advice during the Weekend Ka Vaar.

I don't think there is a better host than him.