Walking the sets of "Aarya" empowers me: Sushmita Sen

Mumbai: Sushmita Sen says that after her show 'Aarya' got successful reception from the audience, the show became synonymous with her name, IANS reported.

About the show, Sushmita said, "'Aarya' is synonymous with my name. I have lived as Aarya for two whole seasons, and the love received by the audiences has only encouraged me to do more. Walking on the sets of Aarya Season 3 makes me feel at home and gives me a sense of empowerment."

The show, nominated for the International Emmy, features the story of an independent woman, the central character, seeking to protect her family and joining a mafia gang. She intends to take revenge for her husband's murder.

Ram Madhvani, director of 'Aarya' said, "Getting to and commencing Season 3 of 'Aarya' is too special for my team and me. I'm grateful to our audiences who showered the series with so much love and stayed invested in the journey and evolution of Aarya Sareen. I can promise them that they are going to ask for more seasons after this one."

He also said, "I'm equally thankful to the team, especially co-producer Amita Madhvani and our Executive Producer Sia Bhuyan; also, to all our actors, especially Sushmita Sen, who makes 'Aarya' so memorable in people's hearts. From being Emmy nominated for the International Emmys with season 1 to getting so much love and awards for Season 2, it's been a fantastic ride. Here's to a roaring Season 3."

The show is produced by Endemol Shine India and Ram Madhvani Films. It started shooting its Season 3 on Monday and is set to release on Disney+ Hotstar soon.