Actress and supermodel Urvashi Rautela is earning widespread acclaim for her performance in the web series 'Inspector Avinash 2'. In a recent interview, she opened up about her deliberate decision to appear almost entirely without makeup in the show, her active pursuit of difficult roles, and her ultimate dream project.
Choosing the No-Makeup Look
Urvashi Rautela, in an interview with Mid-Day, explained that she consciously opted for a natural and unglamorous appearance to stay true to the tone established in the first season. She stated, 'It's going to be an extension of season 1. And in season 1, everyone appreciated it a lot. It was a very simple look.' Several scenes were filmed under demanding conditions, including a rain sequence alongside co-star Randeep Hooda, with minimal cosmetic enhancement. She added, 'As you can see, there are a lot of scenes in it. Like me and Randeep Hooda standing under the rain. There is literally no makeup on my face. Zero makeup. Only lip balm and just like a hint of kajal.' Interestingly, this look aligns with what her family and friends have long advised. 'My family and friends around me always say, "Urvashi, you look way better without makeup than in makeup. Stop doing all this makeup." They say it makes me look bad in makeup,' she laughed.
Desire for Performance Recognition
Urvashi Rautela is eager for audiences and critics to focus on her acting rather than her appearance. She remarked, 'When Season 1 was released, the audience also gave the same response. I think the same response is going to be given in Season 2. Especially because there are a lot of scenes in it. I really hope people will talk about my performance and critics will talk about my performance.' The actress is equally intentional about the projects she chooses, deliberately avoiding safe or unchallenging work. She said, 'Performance-driven, meatier roles challenge you as a person, and that's where the creative satisfaction comes from.' She added, 'I'm not that kind of person who thinks there's easy money and we should avoid difficult stuff. I actually believe in doing difficult things.' Drawing a parallel with her red carpet fashion choices, she noted, 'No other actresses wear outfits as heavy as I do. My outfits are very uncomfortable and heavier, but I think it defines me as a person because I like challenging myself.'
Dream Project and Multifaceted Identity
Urvashi also spoke about her diverse pursuits beyond acting. 'Apart from being an actress, I'm also a supermodel, into fashion, a two-time MUI, and the youngest judge in the history of M Universe. I do many things,' she said. Looking ahead, she has a specific dream role in mind. She expressed, 'I really want to play a goddess, princess, or queen in a period drama, maybe with a love story and action sequences.'
About 'Inspector Avinash 2'
'Inspector Avinash Season 2' premiered on the streaming platform on May 15, 2026. Directed by Neeraj Pathak, the series features an ensemble cast including Randeep Hooda, Abhimanyu Singh, Urvashi Rautela, Amit Sial, Shalin Bhanot, Freddy Daruwala, and others.
