When Mallika Sherawat Played a Character Inspired by Kamala Harris in Hollywood Film ‘Politics of Love’- Complete Deets Inside!

As Vice President Kamala Harris takes the spotlight with President Joe Biden bowing out of the presidential race, a Bollywood twist adds a touch of nostalgia. Curious how? In the 2011 film (previously titled ) Mallika Sherawat's character, Aretha Gupta, drew inspiration from Harris’s real-life persona. The film captures the essence of the 2008 US Presidential election's political and cultural atmosphere, weaving Bollywood magic into the narrative.

It’s a delightful reminder of how the world of cinema often reflects and enriches real-world events, offering a glamorous lens on political history. , Sherawat, even in her blog 'Mallika Sherawat Blogging from Los Angeles', once enthused about her preparation for the role: She said, "I’ve been immersing myself in Black American culture—something truly fascinating and different from India. This research is crucial for my role in , set during the ’08 elections.

I play a half-Indian, half-African American woman reminiscent of Kamala Harris, falling for a black Republican. With a bit of gospel, hip-hop, and slang lessons, I’m gearing up to embody this character with flair and authenticity!” . In this William Dear-directed film, Sherawat plays Aretha Gupta, a marketing agent who relocates to Florida to campaign for Barack Obama, drawing from her high-school prom committee experience.

Her chance encounter with Republican Kyle Franklin (played by Brian J White) leads to a comedic yet dramatic love story set against the backdr.