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Time of India
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- Time of India
Payal Ghosh opens up about battling depression and anxiety after two-year work hiatus
Actress Payal Ghosh opened up about her battle with clinical depression and anxiety after staying out of work for the last two years. Sharing her journey of coming out of this toughest phase of life, Payal said, "Neither did I get any support from the industry, be it the ones I knew or the ones with whom I worked earlier nor from my loved ones. It was all about me being entirely alone and all by myself. Every actor goes through a phase when no matter what you try, everything is working against you and nothing is working in your favour. The last two years were like that for me. There have been countless times when I have literally cried my heart out alone all by myself and spent days locking myself in my house out of anxiety, stress, and trauma. Be it my family or the industry, I didn't get any support from anyone and was all by myself at home." Payal revealed that she had to take the help of the professionals for her growing troubles, "The loneliness really hit me hard and it took a toll on my mental health really bad. I had to resort to professional help and medicine for those entire 2 years and each and every day passed like a nightmare. Having no work for a period of 2 long years is a long time. My savings were getting drained, my finances were taking a hit and so much more. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo " She added that things are slowly looking up, "God has been kind that slowly and steadily now, things are hopefully getting better and work offers and discussions have started to happen." "I really hope and pray that sooner or later, my work starts releasing for the audience so that I never have to go through such a dry spell ever again," the actress shared. However, Payal hopes that "no one has to go through the kind of stress and anxiety" she had to deal with. 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 .
India.com
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amid India-Pakistan tensions, this actress received an offer from Turkey, was being paid Rs 35 lakh for..., She rejected the offer due to...
As relations between India and Pakistan soured, the Bollywood industry took a call to boycott all the Pakistani actors from the industry. During the war-like situation, Turkey was one of the countries that backed Pakistan. Now, many famous faces in India have come upfront to protest against Turkey. Recently, actress Payal Ghosh revealed that she canceled her trip to Turkey. Payal stated that 'backstabbing and tourism can't coexist,' reiterating Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement that blood and water cannot flow simultaneously. Payal was offered a whopping amount of Rs 35 lakh, but she decided to turn down the offer. In a conversation with IANS, Ghosh shared, 'Well, no amount of money can come ahead of the country's respect and pride. I am an Indian first and an actress or artist later. Like our honorable Prime Minister mentioned that blood and water can't flow together, similarly, backstabbing and tourist visits and entertainment can't happen together.' 'If Turkey chose to be sided alongside Pakistan at a crucial time like that, they cannot expect revenue from our appearances as celebrities or from Indians and their tourism plans. I am very clear in my head, and that's why I have chosen to cancel my Turkey visit. God has been kind enough to bless me with what I need. I can't place my country as secondary for money. Jai Hind,' Payal Ghosh added. Meanwhile, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) called on Indian film producers to give it a second thought when selecting Turkey as a filming destination, amid Turkey supporting Pakistan in the war against India.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Payal Ghosh calls off Turkey visit: 'Travel and treachery don't go together'
Actress Payal Ghosh revealed the reasons behind her decision to cancel her much-anticipated trip to Turkey. Payal stated that " backstabbing and tourism can't coexist," echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's saying that blood and water cannot flow together. Despite being offered a hefty sum of Rs 30 lakhs, Payal Ghosh made the firm decision to cancel her appearance in the country. In a conversation with IANS, Ghosh shared, "Well, no amount of money can come ahead of the country's respect and pride. I am an Indian first and an actress or artist later. Like our honorable Prime Minister mentioned that blood and water can't flow together, similarly, backstabbing and tourist visits and entertainment can't happen together." "If Turkey chose to be sided alongside Pakistan at a crucial time like that, they cannot expect revenue from our appearances as celebrities or from Indians and their tourism plans. I am very clear in my head, and that's why I have chosen to cancel my Turkey visit. God has been kind enough to bless me with what I need. I can't place my country as secondary for money. Jai Hind," Payal Ghosh added. Following Turkey's backing of Pakistan amid the recent military tensions with India, a widespread boycott of Turkish goods has been called for by traders, consumers, and businesses alike. The entertainment sector has also joined the movement, with numerous celebrities canceling their Turkey visits and encouraging everyone to avoid Turkish visits as a gesture of national solidarity. A few days ago, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees ( FWICE ) called on Indian film producers to rethink choosing Turkey as a filming destination, citing the country's escalating support for Pakistan. In an official statement, the organization stressed the importance of the Indian film industry taking a firm stance against Turkey's political position and encouraged producers to explore alternative shooting locations. --IANS ps/ 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 .
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cannes 2025: Who is Payal Kapadia? An Indian filmmaker who joined the jury panel after a historic Grand Prix win
Last year was a landmark moment for both Payal Kapadia and Indian cinema when her indie film All We Imagine As Light made history by winning the prestigious Grand Prix at Cannes. This year, she stunned the red carpet in an even more distinguished role. For the 78th edition of the festival in 2025, Payal Kapadia joined the official jury for the main competition, not as a contender, but as a judge. Well, her selection for the jury at Cannes marks a rare and meaningful moment for Indian cinema, especially for the independent filmmakers and women directors. The role of the jury isn't just ceremonial; it also marks a global recognition of her unique artistic voice. This affirms the rise of a new Indian storytelling that breaks away from traditional Bollywood norms. Payal Kapadia at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 💙❤️#Payal #PayalKapadia Who is Payal Kapadia? Payal Kapadia is a renowned Indian filmmaker who captured global attention in 2024 by winning the Grand Prix for her debut feature, All We Imagine As Light, and this year, she has returned to the French Film Festival as a jury member. Her appointment as a juror follows the success she enjoyed at the 77th edition of the festival, making her presence on the jury panel a complete circle moment in her Cannes journey. The 39-year-old director was spotted walking the red carpet on Tuesday at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. She represented India among an international panel of distinguished filmmakers and artists. Payal was born on January 4, 1986, and was immersed in creative arts from an early age. Her mother, Nalini Malani, was also a celebrated painter and video artist, while her father, Shailesh Kapadia, was a psychoanalyst. Kapadia attended the Rishi Valley School in Andhra Pradesh and did her bachelor's at St. Xavier's College in Mumbai. Following this, the director went to Sophia College for Women for her master's. She later pursued her film direction at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). A big win for independent Indian cinema At FTII, Kapadia made her name and was recognised not only for her filmmaking skills but also for her activism, especially for protesting against the controversial appointment of Gajendra Chauhan as the institute's chairman. Additionally, for the 70th Cannes Film Festival, which took place in 2017, her short film Afternoon Clouds was the only Indian entry selected, further establishing her international credentials.
Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Payal Kapadia opens up about her Mumbai trilogy at Cannes 2025: ‘City is full of contradictions'
Filmmaker Payal Kapadia spoke to the press in France about returning to the Cannes Film Festival as a jury member after her film All We Imagine As Light became the first Indian film to win the Grand Prix award last year. She spoke about why her next films are also set in Mumbai, much like her last. (Also Read: Halle Berry says this about female James Bond; talks about changing Cannes outfit last minute due to dress code) Payal thanked the press for lending her film All We Imagine As Light visibility last year and said, 'Our film coming to Cannes and getting the recognition, and all of you (press) writing about it, really helped us to get the film out. And, even the distribution in India was really helped by that. So, I'm really grateful. One thing as a filmmaker is that your film should be watched by your own country and everywhere else. So, that was a really big bonus for me.' She then spoke about her upcoming films, two films that are also set in Mumbai and follow All We Imagine As Light, stating, 'I am right now working on two more films based on my city, which is Mumbai. So, to have like a trilogy but with different characters. It's a city that is complex and full of contradictions. There's a lot for me to explore still, and I need to get that out before I move on to anything else.' All We Imagine As Light made waves at the Cannes Film Festival last year when it won the Grand Prix award. The film featuring Malayalam, Hindi and Marathi languages starred Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha, Chhaya Kadam and Hridhu Haroon. The Indian-French production told the story of two Malayali women navigating life, love and loss in Mumbai. Payal appeared for a photocall on Tuesday alongside Cannes jury president and French cinema star Juliette Binoche, American actor and filmmaker Halle Berry, Italian actor Alba Rohrwacher, French-Moroccan writer Leila Slimani, Congolese director-producer Dieudo Hamadi, Korean director and screenwriter Hong Sangsoo, Mexican filmmaker Carlos Reygadas and American actor Jeremy Strong.
