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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nimrat Kaur recalls facing financial hardship before 'The Lunchbox': 'I would get worried where my next pay cheque would come from'
Nimrat Kaur recently shared her journey and past financial struggles She spoke openly about the anxieties of an uncertain income and the emotional toll of not knowing when her next paycheck would arrive. Nimrat also admitted that she is not a "thick-skinned" actor and often finds herself affected by public judgment. The unending nature of struggle During her appearance on SCREEN's Dear Me Season 2, Nimrat spoke about the ongoing nature of struggles in an actor's life. She recalled her early days in Mumbai, marked by uncertainty about whether she would succeed or even manage to earn a living through acting. The fear of not knowing if her dreams would take shape was a constant challenge in the beginning of her journey. The actress further shared that while she quickly secured music videos and numerous ad films, and performed in theater for 4-5 years, it was The Lunchbox that eventually became a turning point. She acknowledged that different phases of her life presented different struggles, emphasizing the continuous nature of challenges in her profession. Navigating financial precarity and self-doubt She also reflected on a difficult phase in her life when she was financially unstable and plagued with self-doubt. She questioned her abilities, whether audiences appreciated her work, and even considered returning home. This period of deep uncertainty, she shared, came just before her breakthrough with The Lunchbox, a time when her future in the industry felt especially unclear. During her theatre days, Nimrat faced a severe financial crunch that left her deeply anxious. With her bank balance running dangerously low, she struggled to see where the next source of income would come from. The fear of failure and the thought of returning home under such circumstances felt humiliating. Despite feeling sad, lonely, and overwhelmed at times, she drew strength from within. Through it all, an inner voice kept encouraging her to hold on and not give up. Choosing battles: vulnerability and public scrutiny When asked about being strong-headed, the actress explained that although she doesn't openly show her struggles, it doesn't mean she hasn't faced difficult times. She emphasized that sharing one's vulnerability is a privilege and not something everyone should or can access. Nimrat acknowledged that her profession naturally puts her in the public eye, often exposing her in ways she'd rather avoid. She described her careful, measured responses as a 'self-defense mechanism,' especially in today's internet age where words can be twisted or misinterpreted easily. While she accepts that audiences have every right to express opinions about her work, she admits that personal judgments do affect her deeply. Far from being thick-skinned, Nimrat confessed she is quite sensitive—a trait rooted in her childhood. Over time, she has learned to pick her battles wisely, choosing not to engage with things beyond her control. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Nimrat Kaur opens up about financial struggles before The Lunchbox: ‘There were days when I was very sad'
Actress Nimrat Kaur, who was recently seen on Jio Hotstar's show Kull, appeared on SCREEN's Dear Me Season 2. During the conversation, Nimrat reflected on her journey and opened up about her struggling phase. She spoke about dealing with uncertainty and the anxiety of not knowing when her next paycheck would come. Nimrat also admitted that she isn't a thick-skinned actor and often finds herself affected by judgments directed at her. Looking back at her struggles, Nimrat shared, 'Struggles are unending, and they will exist lifelong. Back when I started, the struggle was different. There was no surety that the reason for which I came to Mumbai would fructify. Will I be able to earn some money through acting? These were the initial questions. After I came here, I got some music videos in 2-3 months. I did a lot of ad films, and then Lunchbox came my way. I also did theater for 4-5 years. At different points in life, I had to struggle with different things.' Also Read: Nimrat Kaur says people are 'unsettled' in marriages that are a front; recalls family pressure to 'settle down' during her struggling days Nimrat Kaur also spoke about a phase when her finances were running low. The actor said, 'Sometimes I would get worried where my next pay cheque would come from? Am I good enough? Should I go back? Do people like seeing me in what I do? Before Lunchbox, there was a point where I didn't know what I would do ahead. While doing theater, there was a time when my bank balance had fallen very low. It was very difficult to understand where money would come from. There was a lot of fear, and returning home in a situation like that is a different kind of humiliation.' 'There were days when I was very sad, low, things were very difficult, challenging. I would cry, feel lonely, but there was a voice inside me that said, 'Don't give up,'' she added. When asked whether she had always been strong-headed or merely appeared that way, Nimrat responded, 'I don't do it publicly, but that doesn't mean I don't go through a hard time. To be in on somebody's vulnerability is a privilege; it's not something anyone can and should have access to.' A post shared by SCREEN (@ieentertainment) 'Anyway, the profession I am in puts me out in ways that sometimes I don't even want to. It's not something I wish for. It is a self-defense mechanism. I choose not to react, flare up, or express myself in an unwanted way. Some things remain forever, and thanks to the internet, it's like a landmine you are walking on. Anything you say can be blasted at any time. It can be made to look a certain way, and whatnot. As the audience, everybody is entitled to an opinion on my work, but everything else. It's not like I am completely immune to it or strong about it, or thick-skinned; in fact, I am the opposite. The complications of a childhood has made me a certain way. I choose my battles now. I don't want to take on issues that I have nothing to do with or that I can have no control over,' added Nimrat, during the interview held at Angry Sardar Restaurant in Andheri, Mumbai. Nawaz Kochra is an enthusiastic entertainment journalistic for the last 9 years, he has been a known face and successfully worked with some big publications. At Nawaz majorly covers TV and OTT and also does video interviews. Having the best conversations with celebrities is what Nawaz loves. ... Read More
News18
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sooraj Pancholi Recalls Salman Khan's Support During Tough Times: 'He Was My Messiah'
Last Updated: In a heartfelt conversation, Sooraj Pancholi opened up about his deep bond with Salman Khan, revealing how the superstar supported him during the lowest phase of his life. Sooraj Pancholi was barely holding himself together when he was launched into Bollywood with Hero in 2015 — a time when his personal life was clouded with controversy. Facing accusations in the Jiah Khan case, Sooraj found himself in emotional turmoil. But it was during this storm that Salman Khan stood by him like a rock — an act of support Sooraj still holds close to his heart. At the trailer launch of Hero, the overwhelmed newcomer couldn't stop his tears as he embraced Salman in front of the cameras, a moment etched into Bollywood memory. In a recent appearance on SCREEN's Dear Me Season 2, Sooraj looked back at that crucial period and opened up about the deep bond he shares with Salman Khan — one that was forged not on glamorous red carpets but behind the scenes, as an assistant director on Ek Tha Tiger. 'He came into my life like a messiah when I had no hope left," Sooraj shared. 'I was in a place where I couldn't see any scope for happiness, and yet he stood by me. It was on the sets of Ek Tha Tiger that we got close. I was the last AD on that film, so I spent a lot of time with him. I still don't understand why he took a liking to me — maybe it was something he saw in me — but he stuck by his word. Whatever I am today, it's because of that push from him." One of Sooraj's fondest memories with Salman happened in the remote, chilly mountains of Mardin, Turkey. 'It was 4 am, and I was asleep. My roommate woke me up saying Salman sir was at our door. He called us to his room, sat me down, introduced me to Reshma Shetty and said, 'She'll manage you from now on.' Then, he handed me the contract for Hero and wished me happy birthday. That was his gift to me — my first film." He added, 'Salman sir isn't close friends with my father. They know each other from the industry, but they're not particularly tight. Still, he helped me in a way that goes beyond explanation. Sometimes I still ask him, 'Why me?' And he just smiles." Sooraj Pancholi's latest film Kesari Veer, featuring Suniel Shetty and Vivek Oberoi, released this Friday. And while he continues to make his mark on screen, the shadow of Salman's support and belief in him continues to guide his path. First Published:
Indian Express
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sooraj Pancholi on Salman Khan's fondness for him: ‘He did so much for me when I had no scope of any happiness'
Actor Sooraj Pancholi was launched in the film industry by Salman Khan in 2015 with the movie Hero. At the time, Sooraj was dealing with the accusation of abetting actress Jiah Khan's suicide, and Salman's unwavering support left a deep emotional impact on him. During his very first media appearance at the film's trailer launch, the overwhelmed newcomer broke down in tears as he hugged Salman. In the latest episode of SCREEN's Dear Me Season 2, Sooraj reflected on Salman's fondness for him and shared cherished memories of working with him during Ek Tha Tiger. A post shared by SCREEN (@ieentertainment) Also Read: Sooraj Pancholi reflects on facing a humiliating media trial, says Salman Khan asked him only once: 'Sooraj, have you done something wrong?' Talking about Salman Khan's 'unconditional' support for him, the actor said, 'He did so much for me when I had no scope of any happiness. He came there as a messiah and helped me. He was there for me unconditionally. I bonded with him on the sets of Ek Tha Tiger. I was the last AD and got a lot of time to spend with him; that's where he got some kind of liking for me. I don't know why. I don't know why he wanted to help me, and he stuck by his words. Today, whatever I am is because of his push.' Sooraj also revealed how Salman had offered him his debut film Hero as a birthday gift. Recalling that incident, Sooraj shared, 'During Ek Tha Tiger, we were in Mardin, Turkey, in the mountains. It was cold. I had gone to sleep, and at 4 am, there was a knock on the door. My roommate saw through the peephole that Mr Salman Khan was standing outside. So he woke me up. We opened the door, and he asked both of us to come to his room at that very moment. We walked to his hotel, and then he sat me down, made me meet Reshma Shetty, and said she would manage my work from now on.' 'He wished me a happy birthday and gave me the contract for my first film. As an assistant director, he had put me on the film. He called me and asked me to come to Yash Raj. There, he made me meet Kabir Khan and asked him to take me as an AD on the film. My father and he aren't friends. They know each other due to the industry, but I don't know why he has this liking towards me. I still question it and ask him sometimes, 'Why me?' And he just smiles,' the actor added. Sooraj Pancholi's lastest film Kesari Veer hit screens on Friday. The movie also stars Suniel Shetty and Vivek Oberoi in important roles. Nawaz Kochra is an enthusiastic entertainment journalistic for the last 9 years, he has been a known face and successfully worked with some big publications. At Nawaz majorly covers TV and OTT and also does video interviews. Having the best conversations with celebrities is what Nawaz loves. ... Read More
