Priyanka Chahar Choudhary has spoken about her journey into the Hindi film industry, shedding light on the struggles faced by outsiders.
Priyanka Chahar Choudhary revealed that entering into Bollywood is an incredibly difficult task. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Bigg Boss 16 fame Priyanka Chahar Choudhary has been making waves with her appearances in multiple music videos. Recently, she opened up about her struggle to establish herself in the Hindi film industry. In an interview, the Udaariyaan actress admitted that breaking into Bollywood is extremely challenging for an outsider like her, stating, “Whether people believe it or not, the struggle is real.”
During the conversation, Priyanka was asked about her fans’ eagerness to see her in films.
She responded, “I really wish to, but getting into movies is a task. It is not easy at all. I have taken a short break from television because it requires long-term commitment, and I want to explore more.” She further revealed to Pinkvilla that she has several projects lined up in films as well as on OTT platforms.
Priyanka also shared that while she has received a few film offers, she turned them down as she was not satisfied with the scripts.
She highlighted the challenges outsiders face in the industry, explaining, “There aren’t many people in Bollywood who are willing to trust an outsider.” Addressing the ongoing debate on nepotism versus outsiders, she added, “For outsiders, the struggle is immense. You can deny it or accept it, but the fact remains. I feel like the industry has formed a close-knit circle. Only a few trust newcomers, but if you’re lucky enough to get an opportunity, hard work is what keeps you going.”
The actress emphasised her belief in perseverance, saying, “I believe in this – do your hard work. Maybe not today or tomorrow, but eventually, I will make it. I know that getting into movies is incredibly difficult, but when the time is right, it will happen.”
The 28-year-old also shared that rejections no longer affect her as they once did. She also expressed disappointment over the industry’s tendency to categorise actors based on their previous work, stressing that everyone deserves at least a fair chance.
