India, May 22 -- She began her career on TV, transitioned to OTT, and in between, found time to appear in films too. Call her an 'all-format' specialist, and Ridhi Dogra laughs off such tags. The actor says she is just happy to be part of good stories. In an unfiltered chat with Hindustan Times, Ridhi talks about her transition from television, why she never wanted to do films, and the time when she thought Ekta Kapoor would throw her out of her office. (Also read: But she worked with Fawad Khan: Ridhi Dogra says she was 'bullied' for taking a stand against Abir Gulaal after Pahalgam)

Before she became an actor, Ridhi was an anchor on TV, moderating a Bollywood show. "I have tasted a 9-to-5 job and come on this creative side, too. I have...