Mrunal Thakur's mother was once refused a seat in her relative's car. How the actress took a sweet revenge
A Childhood Memory That Left a Mark
From Humble Beginnings to Stardom
Looking Ahead
Sometimes, the smallest moments from our childhood leave the deepest impact. For actress Mrunal Thakur , one such memory involved her mother being refused a seat in a relative's car. This incident left a lasting impression on her and fueled a personal vow to change that narrative. Years later, Mrunal not only fulfilled that promise but turned it into a touching moment of triumph for her family, proving how resilience and love can rewrite a story of hurt into one of joy.Mrunal Thakur, the talented actress known for her grounded and genuine persona, recently shared a deeply personal story from her childhood with Cosmopolitan that shaped a promise she made to herself. She recalled an incident when her mother was denied a seat in a relative's car, an experience that struck a chord with young Mrunal. Coming from a middle-class background, Mrunal witnessed firsthand the challenges her family faced growing up. She said, 'When I was 12 or 13, my mom was not allowed to sit in one of our relative's cars, and that really hit me.'This memory planted a determination in her to one day give her mother the respect and comfort she deserved. 'In my head, I was like, 'I'm going to have a crazy car for you, Mama. You just wait',' Mrunal revealed. This was not just about a material possession but about restoring dignity and making up for the injustice her mother faced.Fast forward to February 2023, Mrunal fulfilled that heartfelt promise. She bought a Mercedes—the first car owned by a woman in her family—and shared an emotional moment with her mother. Standing together, they both were overwhelmed with tears of joy and disbelief. Mrunal expressed how that moment was incredibly beautiful for both of them, marking not just a material achievement but a symbolic victory over past hardships. She modestly added that she does not often flaunt her purchases, but this one was special. 'We were like, 'Mom, can you believe it?' I'm the first girl in the family to own a Mercedes,' she said.Mrunal's story is a testament to her resilience and strong will, qualities she developed growing up in a close-knit family. She often credits her parents and siblings for the support that helped her navigate the tough entertainment industry. Starting her career in television in 2012 and making a conscious shift to regional films and then Hindi cinema, Mrunal has carved out a distinct space for herself with diverse and meaningful roles.Her filmography includes powerful projects such as Love Sonia, a hard-hitting film about human trafficking, showcasing her choice to engage with challenging narratives rather than just commercial success. Despite her rising fame, she remains connected to her roots and values the lessons learned from her upbringing.Currently, Mrunal is gearing up for exciting projects including the action-drama Dacoit, alongside Adivi Sesh, scheduled for release later this year. She is also rumored to be part of a high-profile futuristic action film with prominent stars like Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone. Meanwhile, she will share screen space with Mouni Roy in the upcoming David Dhawan film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.
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