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Indian Express
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Nushrratt Bharuccha was uncomfortable wearing a bikini in Pyaar Ka Punchnama, says took a solo trip abroad to be able to own it: ‘You can't even go to Juhu beach…'
Nushrratt Bharuccha, who rose to fame with her 2011 film Pyaar Ka Punchnama starring Kartik Aaryan, recently opened up about finding the confidence to wear a bikini in it — which costed her a solo trip abroad to break her inhibitions. 'My biggest problem was…I even discussed with the director (Luv Ranjan)… that I won't be comfortable with it. Even if I wear it, I won't be able to be myself. So, how can I be confident in the shot? Internally, I had to become okay with this. I have not owned it yet and need to be able to experience and own it to do it. So, I took a solo trip abroad. Because in India, you can't wear a bikini and roam around. Let's be realistic. You can't even go to Juhu beach in a bikini,' Bharuccha told Hauterrfly. She recalled wearing a bikini for three days straight, and by the second day, she was so comfortable that she almost forgot she was wearing one. 'So, I went abroad and I was wearing a bikini for three days straight. Subah, shaam, raat. (Morning, evening, night). And I did it consciously because I wanted to break my inhibitions, my taboo, whatever it is … consciousness of it by saying I am roaming in a bikini. I am telling you…it is so liberating…I cannot tell you. By the second day, I forgot I was in a bikini. It had just become normal. I literally purposely wore from morning to night. Just to get over the fixation that I have about it,' Bharuccha, 39, added. What does it take to break your inhibitions, and how do safe spaces help? Nushrratt Bharuccha on wearing a bikini (Photo: Nushrratt Bharuccha/Instagram) Very often, we see that the choice of clothing is unfairly attributed to one's values and morals, especially for women, and particularly in many conservative cultures. This association inhibits true expression and body acceptance, noted Subhash HJ, counsellor and mental health educator, Vasavi Hospitals, Bengaluru. 'While many young people attempt to break through this conditioning, the absence of a safe space often becomes a major barrier to gaining first-hand experience of comfort in their own body and clothing choices,' said Subhash. View this post on Instagram A post shared by HAUTERRFLY | A Fork Media Group Co. (@hauterrfly) But this courage to try and the importance of a safe space extends beyond clothing. 'It applies to any experiment or self-expression one wants to attempt. In adulthood, especially after decades of inhibition, acknowledging what one wants to experience and identifying a safe space becomes crucial to learning or unlearning anything. In this context, her move was extremely mindful; she identified her discomfort, created her safe space, and prepared herself before presenting on a big screen,' explained Subhash. According to the expert, societal judgment and internalised inhibitions often block emotional freedom, and finding a safe space beyond these limits isn't a luxury; it's a psychological need. 'Whether it's wearing what you want, switching careers, or expressing deep emotions, having a non-judgmental space can make all the difference in reclaiming your control over your life,' said Subhash.
Hindustan Times
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Lin Laishram reveals why she was hesitant to marry Randeep Hooda: ‘Not sure if this was the right person…'
Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram's wedding in November 2023 was one for the books. With traditional Manipuri customs in place, it was a celebration of culture, love, and a deep connection that had been growing since 2011. But as Lin shared in a recent interview, their path to marriage wasn't a straightforward journey. Lin started by sharing how she first met Randeep, and it's not what you'd expect. 'We met in 2011,' she began, giving us a glimpse into the early days of their story. 'I had just returned from New York, where I was still modelling. I wanted to get into acting, so I went to Naseeruddin Shah sir's production house, and that's where I met him.' Lin was looking for guidance, and Randeep was there to offer it. 'So one day he helped me with casting directors and what I should be doing. That was our first conversation, and I felt very genuine about him as a person, about this guy who helped me immediately without even asking what I could do for him.' A post shared by HAUTERRFLY | A Fork Media Group Co. (@hauterrfly) But here's where it gets interesting. Lin confessed that she felt an immediate, unexplainable connection with Randeep. 'A very weird thing I felt when I first saw him... I felt that I knew him. I felt very comfortable around him, something about him made me feel very comfortable.' And they were both figuring out their feelings, trying to figure out what they meant to each other. 'So we were also kind of confused about this, so we were trying to figure out the relationship,' Lin admitted. And then came the pandemic — a time of uncertainty for everyone, but for Lin and Randeep, it turned into something surprising. 'During the COVID time, we started actually living together,' Lin shared. 'I was not used to living with somebody, he was also not used to living like that, so there was a lot of adjustment.' But in the midst of lockdowns, quarantines, and all the chaos, they found something unexpected. 'But both of us felt so easy during the Covid 19 we were saying 'arey, yeh toh acha hai',' Lin laughed, recalling how the pandemic actually brought them closer. 'But we found our home and peace in each other during that time.' Despite this newfound comfort, marriage wasn't yet on their radar. Lin had doubts about whether Randeep was the right person, particularly because she had always heard the pressure of expectations, both from her own family and his. 'I wanted to get married, but I was not sure if this was the right person because when you get married late, there's a lot going on in your head. Like expectations and all, and my parents they would keep saying 'get married to a Manipuri boy', or Randeep's parents would say, 'you should only get married into a Jaat family',' she said. A post shared by Randeep Hooda (@randeephooda) But in the end, it was about finding her own space. And Randeep was there every step of the way, helping her find peace in herself. 'But ultimately I found my space, which Randeep really helped with making me feel comfortable in whoever I was,' she explained. Lin went on to reflect on her family's complicated relationship with her career choices. 'I never felt supported by my parents or my family about what I chose in life. They didn't support me when I was acting and modelling. They only understood when I became popular and started making some money.' It's clear that Randeep's unwavering support has been a major part of Lin's journey, both personally and professionally. And when they finally tied the knot in a beautiful traditional Manipuri ceremony, it wasn't just a celebration of their love, but a symbol of how far they'd come together! On the work front, Randeep was most recently seen in Sunny Deol-starter Jaat.
Indian Express
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Maa and Naseer had a more rocky relationship': When Ratna Pathak Shah recalled her family's disapproval of her marriage to Naseeruddin Shah and the key to their lasting relationship
Marriage often brings together not just two individuals but also their families, cultures, and beliefs. Actor Ratna Pathak Shah shared how her family initially disapproved of her marriage to Naseeruddin Shah, while his family was more accepting. In an interview with Hauterrfly, she recalled, 'My dad was not entirely happy, but unfortunately, he passed away before we got married. Maa and Naseer had a more rocky relationship, but they settled also and eventually became friends.' She continued, 'Naseer's family surprisingly didn't make a fuss at all. Not once did anybody ever even mention the 'C' word, convert. Nobody said anything about me. They just accepted me for what I am. I'm very, very lucky because I've heard of people who have trouble settling down.' Ratna also reflected on the dynamics of their marriage. She said, 'Just listen to each other, man. Actually talk to each other. I respect him and his struggles very much more than my own because I got it easy. Naseer comes from a very traditional, particular kind of background.' Reflecting on the secrets of a successful marriage, she said, 'Naseer said to me very early on in our relationship that it's a good idea never to label a relationship, husband, wife, lover, girlfriend, boyfriend. Why label if you can just keep yourself more at the level of human beings, interact.' Her insights shed light on how relationships evolve over time and the key factors that contribute to a strong partnership. How to navigate family disapproval without deepening divisions Family disapproval can create emotional stress, not just within the family but also between partners. Jai Arora, counselling psychologist and co-founder at Kirana Counselling, tells ' Family disapproval can trigger deep emotional and attachment wounds. This can create stress not just within the family, but in the couple subsystem as well, as partners may polarise — one defending the family while the other defends the relationship.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by HAUTERRFLY | A Fork Media Group Co. (@hauterrfly) Healthy communication is key. 'The core idea while navigating such stuck points is to turn the conversation away from jibes, criticism, assumptions, and expectations towards a conversation about values, vulnerability, and individual as well as family needs,' he explains. Strong couples co-regulate, validate each other's emotions, and create unity despite external pressures. Can rejecting traditional gender roles improve marital satisfaction? Breaking away from traditional gender roles in marriage can be liberating, but if not managed well, it may lead to challenges. 'Rejecting traditional gender roles can lead to more marital chaos if it were to exist in isolation without strong communication about one's needs, wants, boundaries, and expectations,' says Arora. While roles exist for equitable distribution of tasks, sudden rejection of predefined roles without discussion can disrupt the household dynamic. The solution? 'Clear communication, first within the couple and then with the family,' he advises. When done well, this strengthens emotional bonds and builds trust, ultimately enhancing marital satisfaction. Does avoiding labels in a relationship help or hurt? Arora explains, 'According to Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, secure bonds thrive on clear emotional engagement and mutual responsiveness. If the lack of labels becomes a way to avoid emotional vulnerability or commitment, it can erode trust.' However, for some, avoiding labels can be freeing. 'Labels can be liberating and can aid the person to explore and experience their sense of individuality and the process of being with someone,' he says. Ultimately, it comes down to intent. 'It boils down to the intention of the individual and what they hope to gain from the dynamic,' Arora notes.
