Deepika goes 'BOLD' for Karthik Calling Karthik

Model-turned-actress Deepika Padukone has revealed that she plays a "bold" character inFarhan Akhtar's forthcoming production Karthik Calling Karthik.

"Karthik Calling Karthik is a romantic thriller and my role is quite bold and optimistic in the film as opposite to Farhan's which is a very pessimistic one," said Deepika.

Directed by Vijay Lalwani, the film is about a man who gets phone calls from himself. It is co-produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtarunder their banner Excel Entertainment and Amit Chandra and Vijay Lalwani of Magic Beans.

Asked if she preferred Indian or western wear, she said, "Personally I like Indian dresses, but I am ok with western outfits as well. While choosing a dress what I see is whether I am comfortable in it or not."

Once a state-level badminton player, the actress is also game for promoting other sports.

"I played badminton with Aamir Khan for a cause. (And) I will try the same way if I can promote other games like athletics and basketball too along with badminton," said Deepika, who was last seen in romantic drama Love Aaj Kal.

Asked about her Diwali plans, she said, "I will be with my family.