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News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sophie Choudry Says Man Flashed At Her In Mumbai's Bandra: ‘He Was Unzipping...'
Last Updated: Sophie Choudry shared a disturbing incident where a man flashed at her in Bandra, Mumbai. Calling it 'disgusting,' she also opened up about inappropriate fan behavior. Singer and actress Sophie Choudry recently opened up about a disturbing experience that took place in one of Mumbai's poshest localities—Bandra. In a candid chat with Hauterrfly, Sophie recounted a moment that left her stunned and disgusted: a man flashed her in broad daylight. 'It happened just a month ago," Sophie began, visibly unsettled. 'I was driving through a lane in Bandra when I noticed a man literally unzipping and putting everything on display. It was shocking." She added that while it was appalling, such incidents are not isolated. 'I don't even think some men realise what they're doing. Sometimes, it's so casual for them, like it's not even criminal. There have been times when men have stopped their bikes while I was walking in Khar and just exposed themselves." Sophie pointed out that this wasn't the first time she'd experienced such vile behavior. 'The first time someone flashed at me was when I was a schoolgirl in London. It happens across the world, but that doesn't make it any less horrifying." The conversation took a wider turn when Sophie highlighted the everyday challenges of being a public figure, especially when it comes to personal space and boundaries. 'One thing celebs deal with constantly is fans who want photos. And while that's totally okay, there are those who try to use that moment to get too close. They'll pretend it's innocent and try to slip their hand around your waist," she said. Sophie, however, has a clear boundary. 'Now, the first thing I say when someone asks for a photo is, 'No hands.' My team is also very alert about this. I'm happy to pose with you, respectfully, but you don't get to touch me. That's not part of the deal." Over the years, Sophie Choudry has carved a unique identity in the entertainment industry. She began her career as a singer and quickly gained popularity with chartbusters like Habibi, Le Le Mera Dil, and Babylove. Her distinctive voice and glamorous presence made her a staple at music awards and live events. Sophie ventured into Bollywood with David Dhawan's Shaadi No. 1 and followed it up with notable appearances in Pyaar Ke Side Effects, Shootout at Wadala, and Once Upon Ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara!. In 2014, she entered the reality TV space with Bigg Boss 8, and later danced her way through Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7. Though she may have exited those shows early, her impact has been lasting. Courageous and vocal, Sophie continues to use her platform to advocate for dignity, safety, and respect for women—not just in showbiz, but everywhere. First Published: May 23, 2025, 17:01 IST
Hindustan Times
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sophie Choudry recalls 'walking out of big things' after being asked to compromise: ‘You have to keep people happy'
British singer and actor Sophie Choudry, known for her roles in Bollywood films such as Shaadi No. 1, Pyaar Ke Side Effects, and Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara!, recently opened up about her experience with the casting couch in the industry. In an interview with Hauterrfly, Sophie revealed she was asked to "compromise" for a role and recalled how those early encounters shaped her career choices. (Also Read: Sophie Choudry reveals her 'funny' experience with ageism: I get messages telling me to 'act my age') Sophie shared, "I first and foremost came as a singer. I already had 2–3 hit albums. And of course, that itch was definitely there to try a bit of acting as well. I did meet a few people. Some very nice people and some people who made the kind of remarks that I was personally not very comfortable with. From whatever I understood, my mom jokes about it now that when we first came here, people used to tell us, 'you'll have to adjust, compromise'. So we didn't understand what they meant. My mom used to think, Yes, my daughter is very hardworking and will work 15 hours if you need her to." She further revealed that she 'walked out of pretty big things' because of this and added, "There's this perception that when you come from abroad, you are easy. So it's kind of like, 'one more won't make a difference to you,' Like you don't even understand what they are talking about. And then it's spelt out in a slightly more detailed manner that you have to keep such and such happy. The best is when they say, 'I want to meet you more, know my potential heroine more,' or 'Oh my marriage is going through a bad patch, and I want to spend time with you because I really connect with you.' All this rubbish and then you realise he'll never make the film and he is just wasting my time." Sophie began her singing career at the age of 12 and went on to deliver several hits including Habibi, Le Le Mera Dil, and Babylove. She moved to Mumbai in 2003 and became a VJ for MTV India, gaining popularity as the host of the show MTV Loveline. She made her Bollywood debut in David Dhawan's Shaadi No. 1, which starred Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Zayed Khan, Esha Deol, and Soha Ali Khan. Over the years, she featured in a number of films and became known for her special dance numbers in movies like Shootout at Wadala and the Telugu film 1: Nenokkadine. Most recently, she appeared as herself in a special cameo in Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Qatari princess Al Mayassa follows just one Bollywood actress on Instagram - Guess Who?
Qatari princess Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani follows only one Bollywood actress on Instagram-Mallika Sherawat. Their friendship began over a decade ago after meeting at a convention in the U.S. Mallika was the sole Bollywood celebrity invited to the princess's 2006 wedding and attended the 2010 launch of Qatar's Doha Film Institute. Princess Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani stands out as a prominent member of Qatar's royal family. Being the daughter of the former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani and sister to the current Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani , she is widely recognized. Although she boasts over a million followers on Instagram , she follows only a limited number of accounts-fewer than 500-including global leaders, celebrities, royals from the Middle East and Europe, and just one Bollywood actress. The Surprising Bollywood Connection Among all Bollywood actresses, Sheikha Al-Mayassa's Instagram follows just one-and surprisingly, it's Mallika Sherawat . How Their Friendship Began by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo Mallika Sherawat, who rose to fame with her standout role in the 2004 movie Murder, is among the rare Bollywood stars to have made a mark in Hollywood as well. As reported by FilmiBeat in 2010, she first crossed paths with the Qatari princess during a convention in the United States. Their initial meeting sparked a lasting friendship that has continued over the years. Special Invitations and Events Sherawat also stood out as the sole Bollywood star invited to the princess's wedding in 2006. Later, in 2010, she was present at the inauguration of Qatar's Doha Film Institute held in Cannes, France. Mallika Sherawat's Career Highlights On the work front, Mallika is best known for movies like 'Murder', 'Pyaar Ke Side Effects', and 'Welcome'. She is now reading scripts and is reportedly finding other new projects.
