Is 'Raaz 3' based on Bipasha Basu's real life story?

Mumbai: Actress Bipasha Basu says that she agreed to work in Vikram Bhatt's 'Raaz 3' because she wanted to show how actors' struggle in real life to attain fame and success.

"We all go through a struggle but we choose not to show it. But it is very important to address it at times and connect. This is why I agreed to do this character," Bipasha said during the launch of the first trailer of the film.

In 'Raaz 3', the 33-year-old plays an actress whose career is on a downfall.

'Raaz 3' is an upcoming Bollywood suspense thriller directed by Vikram Bhat. A still from Raaz 3.
'Raaz 3' in 3D is the newest venture of Fox Star and Vishesh Studio. A still from Raaz 3.
Vishesh Films announced their two film deal with Fox Star studio for their upcoming 3D film 'Raaz 3'. A still from Raaz 3.
Raaz 3 stars Emraan Hashmi, Bipasha Basu and Esha Gupta in the lead roles. A still from Raaz 3.
The horror flick is produced by Mahesh Bhatt. A still from Raaz 3.
The film is a sequel to Raaz %u2013 The Mystery Continues (2009) which was a sequel to Raaz (2002). A still from Raaz 3.
Jacqueline Fernandez and Niharika Bhatnagar feature in cameo appearances. A still from Raaz 3.
Bipasha Basu says she had no reason to hire a body double for the shoot of the poster as she is comfortable with her toned body. A still from Raaz 3.
Bipasha Basu, who was a part of the first film of the Raaz series, has made a comeback after opting out of the second film. A still from Raaz 3.
Actress Bipasha Basu had said she was getting goose bumps before dubbing for Raaz 3. A still from Raaz 3.
Basu started her Bollywood career with Ajnabee but got her first box office hit with the first installment of the film. A still from Raaz 3.
The 3D film is slated for a September 7 release. A still from Raaz 3.
Raaz, the 2002 hit film, starred Bipasha Basu and Dino Morea as a couple who have moved to Ooty to save their failing marriage. A still from Raaz 3.
Raaz - The Mystery Continues, the 2009 supernatural horror film, starred Emraan Hashmi and Kangna Ranaut. A still from Raaz 3.
The original choice for the female lead of the film was Jacqueline Fernandez, but she had opted out. A still from Raaz 3.
Bipasha Basu was praised for her role in Raaz, and was nominated for the Filmfare Best Actress Award. A still from Raaz 3.
Bipasha Basu's 'Raaz 3' poster has already created a buzz and the actress says she had no qualms going bold for the shoot as it was required to show the film's theme in the right light. A still from Raaz 3.
The 33-year-old actress, who shot for the campaign minus a body double, decided to go all out for the poster even though the makers were a bit hesitant to approach her for the shoot. A still from Raaz 3.
The promo of the 3D horror film, directed by Vikram Bhatt and also starring Emraan Hashmi and Esha Gupta, was initially scheduled to be released alongside 'Jism 2' on August 3. A still from Raaz 3.

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$Is \'Raaz 3\' based on Bipasha\'s real life story?$

A still from Raaz 3

"Initially, on the sets of this film, I was lost because the scenes were so intense. I did not know how to reach this character. I haven't allowed myself to feel this way ever. But I had to let it go and finally I did," she said.

Produced by Vishesh Films, 'Raaz 3' is a sequel to 2002 hit 'Raaz - The Mystery Continues' that again had Bipasha opposite Dino Morea.

'Raaz 3', also starring Emraan Hashmi and Esha Gupta, is scheduled to be released on September 7.

Producer Mahesh Bhatt describes 'Raaz 3' as a mix of three real-life stories of actress Bipasha Basu, director Vikram Bhatt and writer Shagufta Rafique.

"Raaz 3 is a cocktail of three true stories. One is about Shagufta, who has observed how people indulge in black magic to enhance their career. I know it sounds bizarre, but that's the truth."

"Bipasha was in a stage in her real life where she was heartbroken and her career was declining to ground zero. With the landscape filled with new heroines, she had a terrible phase," he said and added that Vikram Bhatt also was in a similar situation when one of his girlfriends broke his heart.

"She (Vikram Bhatt's girlfriend) used to manipulate him to enhance her career," Bhatt said.

He says it is a horror film with a real message.

"Though the film has horror all over it but it has a soul of real message, truth of fame-seeking celebrity," the 63-year-old said.

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