Lisa Haydon wants to get rid of stereotypes

There used to be a time when models, who wanted to be part of the film industry, were questioned on their capability to actually act.

However, model-turned-actress Lisa Haydon sees no logic in that question anymore. “Aren’t there plenty of models who can act well and look good at the same time?” she questions, adding, “Over the years, models — men and women — have proven their credibility as versatile actors.  This thought that models can’t act, should be made obsolete.”

Rascals, which is her second film, will see Lisa playing a fun and crazy girl. “She’s so different from the way I am in reality, but that’s the fun of it. Everyone is a little crazy in the film. I’ve said lines I’d never say — it was quite amazing an experience,” she informs.

Her debut film, Aisha, saw her rubbing shoulders with a very young cast but in the case of Rascals, she had the very senior and talented Sanjay Dutt and Ajay Devgn for company. “Just to think that I worked with the likes of Sanjay and Ajay so early in my career is rather encouraging,” Lisa says, adding, “They were really helpful during the shoot; moreover, their spontaneity and commitment to the job keep newcomers like us on our toes.”

The high point of the film is her seductive number Shake It Saiyyan and Lisa’s passion for dance made it easy for her. “I’ve rehearsed tirelessly for the song; designer Aki Narula has put together eight fabulous outfits and the final outcome looks pretty sizzling,” she confesses.

This part-Malayali-part-Australian, who’s been a successful model, feels acting and modelling are very different from each other. “Acting needs more involvement while modelling is more about confidence and attitude — it’s not just glamour. Sadly, despite all the hard work, models don’t get enough credit,” states Lisa.