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Get to know... Pratichee Mohapatra
The singer talks about her Candy Crush addiction, beating cancer over and over, memories of Viva and more
Currently I am
Spreading the message of resilience and hope with my single, Jee Rahein. It’s composed by Shubham Srivastava, with lyrics by Sourabh Nema.
High point in life
Winning Popstars to become India’s first all-girl pop band, Viva in 2002. And beating cancer three times.
Low point in life
None yet.
On my playlist
Tataki, by Argy; Monta Re, by Swanand Kirkire; Flowers, by Miley Cyrus.
One thing I would never buy
Followers on social media.
Today I’m craving
My mom’s mustard prawns.
Last thing I ordered online
Colourful woollen socks.
App I check before going to bed
Instagram.
Advice I’d give my 18-year-old self
Enjoy the journey and trust that things will fall into place.
My favourite subject in school
Biology.
I’d swipe right on
Benedict Cumberbatch.
My secret skill
I whistle really well.
A superpower/magic tool I wish I had
The ability to pause, rewind, or fast-forward parts of my life. I could savour special moments or correct mistakes.
My favourite Sunday memory
Sitting with my whole family and watching Mahabharat on Doordarshan.
My most star-struck moment
Watching Shakti perform live, with Ustaad Zakir Hussain, Vikku Vinayakram and John McLaughlin. I had tears in my eyes
My favourite bad habit
Constantly checking my phone and playing Candy Crush.
