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The Hindu
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Bigg Boss 17's Soniya Bansal quits acting: ‘What use is money if you're not at peace?'
Bigg Boss 17 contestant and actor Soniya Bansal has announced her decision to step away from the entertainment industry, citing a lack of inner peace despite external success. In an interview with ETimes, Soniya reflected on her journey in showbiz and why she feels it's time to move on. Known for her appearances in Naughty Gang, Dubki, Game 100 Crore Ka, and Shoorveer, Soniya said she felt increasingly disconnected from herself. 'In this race to be perfect, to stay relevant, and to earn more, I lost myself,' she said. 'Money, fame, popularity, I had it all. But what I didn't have was peace. And what use is money if you're not at peace? You may have everything externally, but if you're empty inside, it's a very dark place to be.'' Soniya's experience in Bigg Boss 17, where she was the first to be evicted, brought her considerable public attention, but the pressure of maintaining a public persona took a toll. She admitted the industry gave her visibility but left her feeling emotionally drained. 'This industry gave me recognition, but not stillness. It didn't allow me to breathe.' Now, Soniya plans to pursue a new path as a life coach and spiritual healer. She said the shift comes from a desire to live truthfully and help others find clarity in their lives. 'I don't want to pretend anymore. I want to live authentically, for myself.' Apart from films, she gained popularity through several music videos, including Khudgarze, Farak, and Zindagi Do Roz Ki. Despite her upcoming role in the Telugu film Yes Boss, she appears firm in her decision to transition away from acting. With 6.5 million followers on Instagram, Soniya says she hopes to use her platform in more meaningful ways going forward.
Indian Express
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Bigg Boss 17 fame Soniya Bansal quits acting, claims industry ‘didn't give me peace'
Actor Soniya Bansal, best known for her stint on Bigg Boss Season 17, recently revealed that she has decided to quit the entertainment industry. During a recent interview, the Dubki actor shared that while the industry gave her fame, she never actually found peace. In a conversation with ETimes, Soniya opened up about losing herself in the pursuit of money, fame, and popularity. Despite having it all, she gradually lost sight of who she truly was. Soniya added, 'But what I didn't have was peace. Money is of no use if the person is not at peace? 'You may have everything externally, but if you're empty inside, it's a very dark place to be.' The actor added that she now wants to become a life coach and spiritual healer. Soniya Bansal began her acting career with the film Naughty Gang and went on to appear in films like Dubki, Game 100 Crore Ka, and Shoorveer. She made her Telugu debut with Dheera, starring alongside Laksh Chadalavada and Neha Pathan. In 2023, she participated in Salman Khan 's Bigg Boss 17, though she was the first contestant to be evicted that season.
Hindustan Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bigg Boss 17 fame Soniya Bansal decides to quit acting, says 'industry didn't give me peace': It's very dark place to be
Actor Soniya Bansal, known for her stint on Bigg Boss 17, recently spoke to ETimes about her decision to quit showbiz and embark on a path of self-discovery. While the industry gave her recognition and fame, she shared that she never truly found peace. (Also Read: Soniya Bansal: No hurdles in film industry down Actor Soniya Bansal reveals why she wants to quit showbiz. Soniya opened up about losing herself in the pursuit of success and said, 'We're so caught up doing everything for others that we forget ourselves. I realised I don't even know what my true purpose is anymore. In this race to be perfect, to stay relevant, and to earn more, I lost myself. Money, fame, popularity—I had it all. But what I didn't have was peace. And what use is money if you're not at peace? You may have everything externally, but if you're empty inside, it's a very dark place to be.' She added that she now aspires to become a life coach, 'I want to deeply explore what I truly want from life. This industry gave me recognition, but not stillness. It didn't allow me to breathe. I don't want to pretend anymore. I want to live authentically—for myself—and become a Life Coach and Spiritual Healer. You never know when your life might change. You never know when death might knock. And if we haven't lived truthfully by then, what's the point of this entire journey?' About Soniya Bansal Soniya began her acting career with the film Naughty Gang and went on to appear in films like Dubki, Game 100 Crore Ka, and Shoorveer. She made her Telugu debut in the action-thriller Dheera, alongside Laksh Chadalavada and Neha Pathan. In 2023, she participated in Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 17, though she was the first contestant to be evicted. The actor has also featured in several music videos, including Khudgarze, Farak, Zindagi Do Roz Ki, and Nachan Da Time, among others. She has 6.5 million followers on Instagram, where she regularly shares updates and glimpses from her life. She will next be seen in the Telugu film Yes Boss alongside KL Havish.
