Mumbai, Mar 18: Actor Seerat Kapoor, who essays the role of Savi in &TV’s supernatural horror-comedy Gharwali Pedwali, recently shared a heartwarming behind-the-scenes experience from the sets of the show. Amid her busy shooting schedule, the actor found an unexpected yet delightful companion—a well-trained parrot named Rio—bringing moments of joy and freshness to the set.
Speaking about her unique experience, Seerat Kapoor said,
“This is my first time shooting with a bird, especially a parrot. His name is Rio, and he honestly became the star of our track on set. It felt so cool—he was well-trained and extremely responsive to his trainers. We all had a lot of fun filming those scenes. It was hardly challenging, as everyone knew what they were doing, and Rio was incredibly disciplined.”
She further added,
“Interacting with a bird during scenes is actually very refreshing as an actor. In the current track, my character shares light and heartwarming moments with him, giving the sequences a natural, feel-good vibe. Parrots are so expressive and intelligent—Rio would tilt his head and react as if he understood everything happening around him!”
Highlighting the importance of animal care on set, she noted,
“What truly impressed me was how well he was taken care of. His trainers ensured he was comfortable, well-fed, and given enough breaks. There was constant supervision to make sure he was not stressed, which made all of us feel at ease. Watching such professionalism was reassuring.”
Reflecting on her personal connection with animals, Seerat shared,
“I’ve never had pets growing up, except a small fish when I was a child. This experience with Rio was completely different and memorable. Spending time with him between shots made the schedule feel lighter. I love dogs and hope to adopt one someday. This experience made me realize how special it is to bond with animals.”
Catch Seerat Kapoor as Savi in Gharwali Pedwali, airing every Monday to Friday at 10:00 PM on &TV, and streaming anytime on ZEE5.
