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News18
an hour ago
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Nushrratt Bharuccha Says Guys Get Offers After Delivering One Hit In Bollywood: 'Women Struggle'
Nushrratt Bharuccha opened up about facing sexism in Bollywood and being treated unequally on film sets. Nushrratt Bharuccha does not mince words and has now openly spoken about the kind of everyday inequality actresses still face in Bollywood. In a chat with YouTuber Nayandeep Rakshit, the Chhorii 2 actor shared moments from her career that made her feel how different the treatment can be between male and female actors – even after proving themselves. Talking about vanity vans on set, Nushrratt revealed she had to ask if she could use a male co-star's van just for the washroom. 'There have been times when I went around asking, 'Can I use the hero's vanity van for 5 minutes? He's not here anyway. Can I use the washrooms?' Because they are nicer than mine. However, I won't complain or bicker at that time. I tell myself that I will get myself to that point where I get these things by default." She also recalled a particular international flight where she was booked in economy class, while the male leads travelled business. Despite friends offering her a seat in business to hang out for a while, she stayed where she was. 'I tell myself that I will get myself to that point where I get these things by default." That goal, she said, was something she did end up achieving. Beyond the vanity vans and flights, Nushrratt said the deeper issue is the lack of equal opportunities for women in the industry, especially after delivering a hit film. 'As soon as a guy delivers a hit, no matter if he is an insider or an outsider, he will get five new options immediately. But women have to keep struggling. I have been saying this since the time of Pyaar Ka Punchnama," she said. She continued, 'I am not saying that she has to become an overnight sensation or anything. What does an actor want once their movie is a hit? To get a few options for potential future projects from which they can choose. That's it. They just need opportunities. We don't get as many (options) as heroes do." Nushrratt was last seen in Chhorii 2, a horror film directed by Vishal Furia, also starring Soha Ali Khan and Gashmeer Mahajani. The film is available on Netflix. First Published: July 24, 2025, 18:53 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
3 hours ago
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- India Today
Nushrratt Bharuccha on sexism in Bollywood: Hero's vanity van nicer than mine
Actor Nushrratt Bharuccha recently shared her experiences of sexism and inequality in Bollywood. During a recent interview, Bharuccha recounted occasions where she had to request the use of a male co-star's vanity van because it was better and nicer than an interview with Youtuber Nayandeep Rakshit, the 40-year-old elaborated, "There have been times when I went around asking, 'Can I use the hero's vanity van for 5 minutes? He's not here anyway. Can I use the washrooms?' Because they are nicer than mine. However, I won't complain or bicker at that time. I tell myself that I will get myself to that point where I get these things by default."advertisementShe also recalled a time when she was put in economy class on an international flight while male leads enjoyed a comfortable journey in business class. Despite being invited to join friends in business class, she chose to remain in her assigned seat. She remembered being motivated by the belief that she would one day be booked into a business class on merit. This aspiration was eventually realised. The 'Chhorii 2' actor further shed light on the ongoing struggle for gender equality in Bollywood. She pointed out, "As soon as a guy delivers a hit, no matter if he is an insider or an outsider, he will get five new options immediately. But women have to keep struggling. I have been saying this since the time of 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama'.""I am not saying that she has to become an overnight sensation or anything. What does an actor want once their movie is a hit? To get a few options for potential future projects from which they can choose. That's it. They just need opportunities. We don't get as many (options) as heroes do," Bharuccha the professional front, Bharuccha recently featured in the horror film 'Chhorii 2'. Directed by Vishal Furia, the film also featured Soha Ali Khan and Gashmeer Mahajani. It is available for streaming on Netflix.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Nushrratt Bharuccha
Economic Times
3 hours ago
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- Economic Times
Nushrratt Bharuccha reveals she was once made to fly economy class with technicians: 'All other actors were in business class'
Synopsis Nushrratt Bharuccha faced early career challenges in Bollywood, experiencing unequal treatment regarding travel arrangements. Despite a successful film, she was unexpectedly dropped by her agency, leading to a two-year period without work. She persevered, eventually rebuilding her career and starring in 'Chhorii 2,' marking a significant comeback. In a candid chat with Nayandeep Rakshit, 'Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety' actress revealed she was made to fly in an economy class, along with technicians. Breaking into Bollywood is no easy feat, especially for someone without any industry ties. Nushrratt Bharuccha, known for her role in Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, reflected on the hurdles she faced as an outsider trying to establish herself in a world that often favors familiarity over fresh faces. Early in her career, Nushrratt often found herself in uncomfortable and unequal situations, particularly when it came to travel arrangements during shoots. She recounted how she used to travel in economy class alongside technicians and their assistants, even while co-actors with more significant roles enjoyed the comfort of business class. On one particular occasion during an international flight for a film where she had a minor role, all the lead actors were seated in business class. Meanwhile, she had been assigned a seat in the economy section, grouped with the crew support staff. Some acquaintances from the business class section invited her to join them, but she chose to remain in her designated seat. Her reasoning was rooted in dignity and belief—she wanted to wait for the day she would rightfully be booked in business class by the production house itself, not just out of courtesy or pity. Over time, she managed to turn that belief into a reality through her persistence and work ethic."Once, I was playing a small role in a film. All the other actors were seated in business class, while I was in economy class along with the assistants of technicians. I had made friends with some of the people (in business class). They said, 'Nush, come and sit with us.' That was an option as well. But I said, 'I won't come because this is the place that was given to me. But I will come to a place where I will fly business class and they will book my tickets with the production house's money, not mine.' I have managed to make that happen," she said. Despite delivering a successful film that marked a high point in her career, Nushrratt soon found herself in an unexpectedly dark phase. She didn't mention the film by name, but shortly after its success, her management agency dropped her without warning. The rejection came in the most unexpected way—a seemingly routine coffee meeting with her manager turned into a heartbreaking much explanation, she was told that the agency could no longer represent her. This was a deeply emotional moment for her, made worse by the fact that she had just delivered one of the biggest hits of her life. She tried to hold back tears, but the emotional toll was overwhelming. After the manager left, Nushrratt sat alone, silently weeping into her coffee. She had gone from a career high to a painful void with no professional nearly two years following this incident, she had no work. Despite the perception that she was simply taking her time to choose the right scripts, the reality was far more distressing. She wasn't flooded with offers, nor was she rejecting projects selectively—she simply wasn't being approached. With no team or agency to represent her and no projects in the pipeline, Nushrratt felt isolated in an industry that often only values constant visibility and momentum. While the public assumed she was taking a break to carefully craft her next move, she was actually struggling to stay afloat emotionally and these setbacks, Nushrratt continued to rebuild her career. Most recently, she appeared in Chhorii 2, a horror thriller directed by Vishal Furia. The movie, produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Vikram Malhotra, and Jack Davis, is a sequel to the 2021 film Chhorii. In this installment, she returned in the lead role, supported by actors Soha Ali Khan, Gashmeer Mahajani, and Saurabh Goyal. The film premiered on Amazon Prime Video on April 11, 2025, marking another significant milestone in her ongoing journey through Bollywood's unpredictable terrain.
Economic Times
4 hours ago
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- Economic Times
Nushrratt Bharuccha shares 'washroom' incident she once faced; highlights unequal treatment of Bollywood actresses
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Nushrratt Bharuccha's work front Despite being a familiar face in Bollywood, Nushrratt Bharuccha 's journey has been anything but easy. In a recent conversation with Nayandeep Rakshit, the actress opened up about the subtle, often unspoken hierarchy on film sets — and how it affected her, not just in roles or screen time, but in something as basic as access to a decent washroom. She recalled a time when she had to request access to the male lead's vanity van just to use the restroom, simply because hers wasn't up to the mark. In another instance, when the hero wasn't around, so she politely asked his team if she could step in for five minutes. 'That's the reality,' she implied — one she never raised a fuss about, but quietly resolved to further shared an incident from an international shoot where, despite being part of the cast, she was placed in economy while others flew business class. Even when her friends from business invited her to join them mid-flight, she refused. 'This is the seat given to me,' she told them, adding that she would reach a point in her career where production would want to fly her in business. Today, she admits that she flies business class. For Nushrratt, the answer to unfair treatment isn't confrontation — it's growth. 'I'll raise myself to a position where this discrimination won't exist anymore.'Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha began her Bollywood journey with Jai Santoshi Maa in 2006. She gained early recognition with films like Love Sex Aur Dhokha and Pyaar Ka Punchnama. Her career picked up momentum with lead roles in the hit comedies Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, and Dream Girl. In recent years, she has expanded her repertoire with performances in Chhorii, Janhit Mein Jaari, and Ram Setu.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nushrratt Bharuccha shares 'washroom' incident she once faced; highlights unequal treatment of Bollywood actresses
Despite being a familiar face in Bollywood, Nushrratt Bharuccha 's journey has been anything but easy. In a recent conversation with Nayandeep Rakshit, the actress opened up about the subtle, often unspoken hierarchy on film sets — and how it affected her, not just in roles or screen time, but in something as basic as access to a decent washroom. She recalled a time when she had to request access to the male lead's vanity van just to use the restroom, simply because hers wasn't up to the mark. In another instance, when the hero wasn't around, so she politely asked his team if she could step in for five minutes. 'That's the reality,' she implied — one she never raised a fuss about, but quietly resolved to outgrow. She further shared an incident from an international shoot where, despite being part of the cast, she was placed in economy while others flew business class. Even when her friends from business invited her to join them mid-flight, she refused. 'This is the seat given to me,' she told them, adding that she would reach a point in her career where production would want to fly her in business. Today, she admits that she flies business class. For Nushrratt, the answer to unfair treatment isn't confrontation — it's growth. 'I'll raise myself to a position where this discrimination won't exist anymore.' Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Public Policy Design Thinking healthcare Project Management Data Science Healthcare Degree Cybersecurity Operations Management Finance others Product Management PGDM MCA Artificial Intelligence Data Science CXO Others MBA Leadership Digital Marketing Management Skills you'll gain: Duration: 12 Months IIM Calcutta Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Economics for Public Policy Making Quantitative Techniques Public & Project Finance Law, Health & Urban Development Policy Duration: 12 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate Programme in Public Policy Management Starts on Mar 3, 2024 Get Details Nushrratt Bharuccha's work front Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha began her Bollywood journey with Jai Santoshi Maa in 2006. She gained early recognition with films like Love Sex Aur Dhokha and Pyaar Ka Punchnama. Her career picked up momentum with lead roles in the hit comedies Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, and Dream Girl. In recent years, she has expanded her repertoire with performances in Chhorii, Janhit Mein Jaari, and Ram Setu.
