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NDTV
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Why Bipasha Basu Consciously Stepped Back From Films After Getting Married
New Delhi: Bipasha Basu was one of the reigning actresses of Bollywood between 2000 to 2009. It was on the sets of her 2015 film Alone, where she fell in love with Karan Singh Grover. In a conversation with the Bombay Times recently, the actress got candid about why she stepped back from movies after getting married in 2016. She elaborated on how she is entirely focused on motherhood right now and only wants to give interviews when she has something to say. What Bipasha Basu highlighted her decision to take a much-needed sabbatical from work as she started working very young, at the age of 15. The actress said, "When I got married, I definitely consciously stepped back. I wanted to enjoy the perks of all that I had worked hard for. Then the three years went by so fast - being in love and settling down, it was great. I don't regret any of it. Then the decision of wanting to become a mother - was a little difficult for me. I had to make some strong decisions, and it took me some time to do that. I had a baby and now I don't want to miss out on any time with my baby." Bipasha further expressed gratitude for having that luxury to step back, because she had worked so hard for it. The actress also shared that she would love to get back to work, but there's no rush. Speaking of how she wants to make her daughter proud with the work she does, Basu added, "Acting is something that I love, so. And I need my child to see who I am, apart from being a mum. Now she's becoming more intelligent and sharper. She is always curious - 'Why are people taking Mama's pictures at airports?" Bipasha Basu's Family Life Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover met on the sets of Alone in 2015. They got married on April 30, 2016. They welcomed their daughter Devi Basu Singh Grover in 2022, and since then Bipasha Basu has been completely involved in her new role as a mother. Both Karan Singh Grover and the actress are very active on social media and document every happy moment shared with their baby girl. Bipasha Basu Films Bipasha Basu debuted in 2001 with the film Ajnabee, where she was seen alongside Akshay Kumar, Bobby Deol, and Kareena Kapoor Khan. Some of her biggest commercial hits include Dhoom 3, No Entry, Jism, Phir Hera Pheri, Bachna Ae Haseeno, to name a few. The actress was last seen in the 2020 horror web series Dangerous, with Karan Singh Grover. In A Nutshell Bipasha Basu made some candid revelations on motherhood and life after getting married to Karan Singh Grover. She spoke at length about her very sought-after decision to do meaningful work and making her daughter Devi proud of her. She reiterated that she is ready to get back to the movies, but is not in a race to do so.
India.com
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
‘Can't stay in same room with my husband…' This actress once ruled Bollywood, then vanished for 8 years, now making an alleged comeback, her name is..
'Can't stay in same room with my husband...' This actress once ruled Bollywood, then vanished for 8 years, now making an alleged comeback, her name is.. Born in Kolkata and raised in Delhi, Bipasha Basu was a well-known model before beginning her acting career. Vinod Khanna wanted to cast her opposite his son Akshaye Khanna in his 1997 Bollywood debut Himalay Putra , but she declined the role thinking that she was too young at the time. Moreover, Jaya Bachchan wanted her to play lead role in her son Abhishek Bachchan's first movie, Aakhri Mughal , but it was cancelled due to unknown reasons. Bipasha finally made her Bollywood debut opposite Akshay Kumar, Bobby Deol and Kareena Kapoor in Ajnabee (2011) . She garnered recognition for portraying negative character Sonia in the suspense thriller. Following her debut, Bipasha starred in several successful films, including Raaz, Jism, No Entry, Omkara, Bachna Ae Haseeno, Race, and Aakrosh. The actor, once known as the Bong Beauty, spent three years on the '50s Most Desirable Women' list. Throughout her career, Bipasha collaborated with several celebrities, and became one of the top leading actresses in 2000s. In 2016, Bipasha tied the knot with actor Karan Singh Grover, with whom she first met on the set of their 2015 film Alone . Six years later, the couple welcomed their baby girl Devi. Since 8 years, the actress has been away from the films and has been living her marital life and motherhood to the fullest. Bipasha's last theatrical project was the 2018 film Welcome To New York, where she had a cameo appearance. Bipasha and Karan, who are happily married for 8 years, once surprisingly refused to share a room during the shoot of their web series Dangerous. This revelation was made by singer and producer Mika Singh, who called his experience 'horrible' when filming with the couple. Speaking on the KADAK YouTube channel, Mika revealed how the experience was terrible, stating, 'I took a team of 50 to London for a month-long schedule. However, it was extended to two months. Karan and Bipasha created a lot of drama. They were a married couple, so I booked a single room for them. But, they were like, 'No, we need our separate rooms.' I didn't understand the logic. They then demanded to move to a different hotel. We did that as well.' After a long break from the silver screen, Bipasha Basu has finally spoken about her possible return to Bollywood. In an exclusive chat with Zoom, Bipasha revealed that she truly misses being a part of films. When asked about a possible comeback, she playfully responded, 'When you get to see me, you will know. I will be out there giving all the interviews that you guys have been asking me for.'.
Economic Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Bipasha Basu was warned against doing 'adult content film'. But still she did. Actress shares the Jism story
Bipasha Basu recently reflected on her bold decision to star in the 2003 film Jism, despite being warned by many in the industry—including her own manager—not to take on a project with adult content. At the peak of her career, she was told it could harm her image as a typical Hindi film heroine. However, Bipasha said she was drawn to the story and went ahead with the role, which ultimately proved to be a turning point. The film challenged stereotypes about female characters, influenced beauty trends, and became a commercial success. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Changing the Game for Women in Bollywood Controversies and Industry Reactions Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads When Jism released in 2003, it wasn't just another film—it marked a bold shift in how female leads were portrayed in mainstream Hindi cinema . For Bipasha Basu , the film became a defining moment in her career, even though it came with a fair share of resistance. Speaking in interviews, the actress revealed that she was repeatedly advised not to take up the project due to its adult theme. At the time, she was riding high on the success of films like Raaz and Ajnabee, and was widely seen as the ideal 'Hindi film heroine.''Jism was the time when I was at the peak, and everyone told me, 'You cannot do an adult content film. You are like the typical Hindi heroine who is now established in people's hearts.' And I said, I just like the story so much. I said I'll go ahead and do it. Everybody stopped me from doing it. My manager thought I had gone crazy,' Bipasha said in a conversation with Hindustan the pressure, Bipasha went ahead with the film, directed by Amit Saxena and written by Mahesh Bhatt. The role of Sonia, a seductive and manipulative woman, was a departure from the conventional portrayal of female characters at the time. The film, co-starring John Abraham in his debut, became a commercial success and set a new tone for bold storytelling in reflected on the cultural shift that followed the film's release. 'It worked for me and then things changed. Women suddenly were tonging their hair. They wore a bronze look. There was no stereotypical (thinking) that the woman can't play the negative character. It all changed after that. So it's been path-breaking for me. That has been one very important film,' she film also stirred controversy within the industry. Actress Ameesha Patel had publicly criticized Jism, saying she would never take up such a role because her grandmother would not approve. Despite the polarised opinions, Jism solidified Bipasha's place as a versatile and fearless Pooja Bhatt, who was closely involved with the film, recalled her own behind-the-scenes experience. In an earlier interview, she mentioned checking with Bipasha before filming intimate scenes but admitted she had initially overlooked John Abraham's comfort. 'I said, how presumptuous of us women to think that it's only the woman who is awkward in an intimate situation,' Bhatt said, reflecting on the Jism remains one of the most talked-about films of Bipasha's career, the actress has taken a step back from films in recent years. Her last major appearance was in the 2020 web series Dangerous, alongside her husband, Karan Singh Grover. Speaking about her potential comeback, she hinted that when the time is right, she'll be back and giving interviews the meantime, Bipasha has been focused on her personal life. She married Karan in 2016, and the couple welcomed their daughter, Devi, in 2022. Her social media offers glimpses of her life filled with love and travel, often describing her marriage as rooted in deep friendship and mutual respect.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bipasha Basu was warned against doing 'adult content film'. But still she did. Actress shares the Jism story
Bipasha Basu recently reflected on her bold decision to star in the 2003 film Jism, despite being warned by many in the industry—including her own manager—not to take on a project with adult content. At the peak of her career, she was told it could harm her image as a typical Hindi film heroine. However, Bipasha said she was drawn to the story and went ahead with the role, which ultimately proved to be a turning point. The film challenged stereotypes about female characters, influenced beauty trends, and became a commercial success. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Changing the Game for Women in Bollywood Controversies and Industry Reactions Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads When Jism released in 2003, it wasn't just another film—it marked a bold shift in how female leads were portrayed in mainstream Hindi cinema . For Bipasha Basu , the film became a defining moment in her career, even though it came with a fair share of resistance. Speaking in interviews, the actress revealed that she was repeatedly advised not to take up the project due to its adult theme. At the time, she was riding high on the success of films like Raaz and Ajnabee, and was widely seen as the ideal 'Hindi film heroine.''Jism was the time when I was at the peak, and everyone told me, 'You cannot do an adult content film. You are like the typical Hindi heroine who is now established in people's hearts.' And I said, I just like the story so much. I said I'll go ahead and do it. Everybody stopped me from doing it. My manager thought I had gone crazy,' Bipasha said in a conversation with Hindustan the pressure, Bipasha went ahead with the film, directed by Amit Saxena and written by Mahesh Bhatt. The role of Sonia, a seductive and manipulative woman, was a departure from the conventional portrayal of female characters at the time. The film, co-starring John Abraham in his debut, became a commercial success and set a new tone for bold storytelling in reflected on the cultural shift that followed the film's release. 'It worked for me and then things changed. Women suddenly were tonging their hair. They wore a bronze look. There was no stereotypical (thinking) that the woman can't play the negative character. It all changed after that. So it's been path-breaking for me. That has been one very important film,' she film also stirred controversy within the industry. Actress Ameesha Patel had publicly criticized Jism, saying she would never take up such a role because her grandmother would not approve. Despite the polarised opinions, Jism solidified Bipasha's place as a versatile and fearless Pooja Bhatt, who was closely involved with the film, recalled her own behind-the-scenes experience. In an earlier interview, she mentioned checking with Bipasha before filming intimate scenes but admitted she had initially overlooked John Abraham's comfort. 'I said, how presumptuous of us women to think that it's only the woman who is awkward in an intimate situation,' Bhatt said, reflecting on the Jism remains one of the most talked-about films of Bipasha's career, the actress has taken a step back from films in recent years. Her last major appearance was in the 2020 web series Dangerous, alongside her husband, Karan Singh Grover. Speaking about her potential comeback, she hinted that when the time is right, she'll be back and giving interviews the meantime, Bipasha has been focused on her personal life. She married Karan in 2016, and the couple welcomed their daughter, Devi, in 2022. Her social media offers glimpses of her life filled with love and travel, often describing her marriage as rooted in deep friendship and mutual respect.
NDTV
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Bipasha Basu Recalls Being Called "Crazy" For Starring In Jism Alongside Ex-Boyfriend John Abraham: "You Can't Do Adult Film"
New Delhi: Bipasha Basu was only three years into her acting career, with successful films like Raaz and Ajnabee, when she decided to take on Mahesh Bhatt's Jism. The actress revealed that the film's erotic theme and bold title were considered risky at the time, and many believed it could harm her rising career. However, she added that she was drawn to the story and chose to move forward with the project. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Bipasha spoke about breaking away from the image of the conventional Hindi film heroine by signing Jism. "Jism was the time when I was at the peak, and everyone told me, 'You cannot do an adult content film. You are like the typical Hindi heroine who is now established in people's hearts.' And I said, I just like the story so much. I said I'll go ahead and do it. Everybody stopped me from doing it. My manager thought I had gone crazy," she said. Bipasha added that the film shifted perceptions about the roles women could play in Hindi cinema, especially when it came to grey or negative characters. She also noted its impact on beauty and fashion trends. "But it worked for me and then things changed. Women suddenly were tonging their hair. They wore a bronze look. There was no stereotypical (thinking) that the woman can't play the negative character. It all changed after that. So it's been path-breaking for me. That has been one very important film," she said. Producer Pooja Bhatt, in an earlier conversation on Tinder Swipe Ride, shared her own experience while shooting Jism. She recalled constantly checking on Bipasha Basu's comfort levels during intimate scenes but admitted that she didn't initially extend the same courtesy to John Abraham, who was making his debut with the film. "I went to actually explain to them what was required, and I'm telling Bipasha that this is what we have to do, but if you are not comfortable... and John just looked at me and said, 'Excuse me? Does somebody mind asking me whether I am comfortable doing this?' For me, that was like somebody threw a bucket of cold water on me. I said, how presumptuous of us women to think that it's only the woman who is awkward in an intimate situation. The poor guy," she said.
