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Raashi Khanna combated mosquitoes for 'Madras Cafe'

New Delhi, Aug 9: Dancing around trees is common for actresses, but battling mosquitoes and power cuts is not. Newcomer Raashi Khanna, who is making her debut with director Shoojit Sircar's forthcoming spy thriller “Madras



Erratic electricity supply was another botheration.

“There was electricity issue. Once I got up around 4 a.m. and I saw Shoojit on a scooter, looking out for an electrician. That was funny,” said the 22-year-old, who plays the wife of an army officer, essayed by John Abraham in the movie.

“Like any other army officer's wife, Ruby (her character) lives in constant fear and is lonely,” she said.

"Madras Cafe" releases Aug 23.

The model-turned-actress was initially unsure about playing the role.

“I was happy to be cast opposite John, but I was also nervous. I wasn't sure about the role, but Shoojit believed in me,” said Raashi.