Actress Anushka Sharma, known for her versatile roles on the silver screen, recently opened up about a reality check she received early in her career. The filmmaker behind this eye-opening moment? None other than Aditya Chopra. In a nostalgic video making the rounds online, Anushka candidly revealed her pre-acting days. “I used to be very arrogant before I became an actor,” she admitted. “Honestly, I didn’t interact much with people during school. I was quite snobbish.”
But everything changed when Aditya Chopra stepped in. Anushka recalled, “Once I became an actor, Aditya told me, ‘You’re doing the film, but you’re not the most good-looking girl.’ It was a reality check. Until then, I thought I was the most attractive.”
Anushka made her Bollywood debut in 2008 with the romantic comedy Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, directed by Aditya Chopra and produced by Yash Raj Films. Starring alongside Shah Rukh Khan, she portrayed the character Taani.
Her journey continued with memorable roles like Bulbul in Badmaash Company, Shruti in Band Baaja Baaraat, Simran in Patiala House, Ishika in Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, and Akira in Jab Tak Hai Jaan. Anushka’s filmography expanded to include hits like PK, NH10, Bombay Velvet, Dil Dhadakne Do, Sultan, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Jab Harry Met Sejal, Sanju, Sui Dhaaga, and Zero.
Not just an actress, Anushka also wears the producer’s hat. Films like Pari, Phillauri, and Bulbbul bear her stamp of creativity.
What’s next for Anushka? She’s all set for Chakda ‘Xpress’, a biographical sports drama where she plays Jhulan Goswami. The film, written by Abhishek Banerjee, directed by Prosit Roy, and produced by Karnesh Sharma under Clean Slate Film, promises to be a riveting watch.
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Off-screen, Anushka is happily married to Indian cricketer Virat Kohli. Their Italian wedding on December 11, 2017, was a fairy-tale affair. The couple now shares their joy with daughter Vamika and son Akaay. Anushka’s journey from snobbishness to self-awareness is a testament to growth and humility. Aditya Chopra’s reality check transformed her perspective, making her not just a talented actress but also a grounded individual.
