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Time of India
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chitrangda Singh recalls rejecting Kangana Ranaut's Gangster, Tanu Weds Manu, Aamir Khan's Mangal Pandey: 'I made some bad decisions...'
Chitrangda Singh revisits her Bollywood career. She speaks about missed opportunities in iconic films. She clarifies that her marital status did not affect her career. Chitrangda admits her decisions shaped her path. She took a break for motherhood and returned to films. She values her home life now. She acknowledges mistakes as part of her learning process. Chitrangda Singh is looking back at her journey in Bollywood with honesty and perspective. In a recent interview, the actress opened up about missed opportunities, including turning down now-iconic films like Gangster, Tanu Weds Manu , and Mangal Pandey . While addressing whether her marital status ever impacted her career, she revealed it was her own decisions—sometimes misinformed or driven by inexperience—that shaped her path. When asked if being married ever affected her career opportunities, Chitrangda told Bollywood Bubble that no filmmaker had directly rejected her for that reason. While she acknowledged it's possible that such conversations happened behind closed doors or that she may have lost out on certain projects because of it, no one ever said so to her face. As far as she knows, no one openly admitted that her marital status influenced their casting decision. The actress further reflected on her early career choices, admitting that while she was never rejected due to her marital status, she did miss out on several significant projects because of her own decisions. She revealed that she had turned down notable films like Gangster, which later went to Kangana Ranaut , Tanu Weds Manu, and even a role in Mangal Pandey. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Eat 1 Teaspoon Every Night, See What Happens A Week Later [Video] getfittoday Undo Looking back, she believes she made some poor choices—possibly due to inexperience and lack of industry connections—as she wasn't from Mumbai or the film world. Ultimately, she owned up to those missteps as her own. She also shared that her marital status or motherhood never directly impacted her career. After taking a seven-year break to have her son, she returned to films with projects like Desi Boyz and Inkaar, all after becoming a mother. She believes that while life changes significantly for a woman, those personal milestones didn't hold her back professionally. Chitrangda concluded by reflecting on how her life experiences—especially motherhood—have shifted her perspective. She noted that over time, priorities evolve, and what brings true happiness changes. While work remains important, she finds her greatest comfort and peace in the simplicity of being at home. Acknowledging that she's made mistakes and taken some wrong turns in her career, she views them as part of the learning process.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chitrangada Singh defends actors who opt for cosmetic surgeries; slams people for harsh judgement: 'Trolling is so UNNECESSARY'
has taken a strong stand against people who troll celebrities for getting cosmetic surgeries. The 'Desi Boyz' actress spoke openly about how stars, especially women, are often judged harshly for trying to enhance their appearance. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'It's absolutely fine': Her take on cosmetic enhancements In an interview on Varinder Chawla's YouTube channel, Chitrangada made it clear that there is nothing wrong with someone trying to improve how they look if it helps their confidence. She said, 'I think if somebody is in a visual medium and is using something to enhance themselves, it's absolutely fine. We are evolving so I feel that unnecessary assassinating somebody's whole character over it, I don't approve of that at all. ' Trolling is hurtful While criticism can sometimes be helpful, the 'Inkaar' actress pointed out that there's a big difference between that and trolling. She explained how online comments can often be cruel and shocking. 'It's ok if you have a constructive criticism but trolling is so unnecessary. Sometimes they say very demeaning stuff, and it's very hurtful, I am shocked sometimes,' she shared. Back on the big screen: 'Housefull 5' On the work front, Chitrangada was recently seen in 'Housefull 5', which hit cinemas on 6 June 2025. The film is the latest part of the popular comedy series and has a massive star cast including Akshay Kumar, , , , , Sanjay Dutt, Johny Lever, Chunky Panday, , Nargis Fakhri, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Ranjeet, Nikitin Dheer, Sonam Bajwa, and Soundarya Sharma. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the film has a unique twist, as it comes in two versions — 'Housefull 5A' and 'Housefull 5B' — each with a different ending. This fresh idea adds something new to the comedy franchise and gives audiences a choice of how the story ends. Tarun Mansukhani Defends 'Housefull 5' Amidst Sexism Criticism
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First Post
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Chitrangda Singh on her upcoming comedy 'Housefull 5': 'It's harder to make people laugh than cry'
In Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, Chitrangda captivated audiences as Nandini Basak, the formidable Leader of the Opposition read more Chitrangda Singh has long been celebrated for her versatility and ability to bring depth to every role she takes on. Whether portraying emotionally complex characters in Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi and Inkaar or delivering powerful performances like Nandini Basak in Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, she has consistently demonstrated a great range as an actor. Now, she is preparing to surprise audiences yet again by stepping into an out-and-out comedy with Housefull 5. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'This is actually the absolute first time I'm doing comedy, and let me tell you, it is very difficult,' Chitrangda admits. 'I genuinely believe it's harder to make people laugh than to make them cry.' She describes the genre as an entirely different skillset, one that demands precision, restraint, and rhythm. 'It's a different ball game altogether. You have to be so smooth that all your jokes and timing land perfectly. It's not just about delivering a funny line - it's about the energy, the pacing, the setup. Comedy is serious business.' While the film promises humor, Chitrangda hints that it's not all fun and games. 'You can expect me doing some comedy, yes - but the film is not just comedy. There are a lot of twists and turns. It's a very interesting script,' she says. 'The character is definitely going to surprise you.' In Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, Chitrangda captivated audiences as Nandini Basak, the formidable Leader of the Opposition. With yet another powerful performance, she reaffirmed her versatility and the quiet strength she brings to every role. Not stopping with Housefull 5, Chitrangda will also be seen next in Raat Akeli Hai 2, further solidifying her ability to navigate diverse genres with ease. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
