Sanon’s happy to share – but there’s a limit
AT A time when Bollywood celebrities are opening up about their personal issues and relationships, actress Kriti Sanon says she’s comfortable revealing certain aspects about her personal life to her fans.
“There’s a part of my life I share,” she said. “I’m pretty active on social media, so yes, there are little things which I do share with my fans; but I believe there is a part of my life that is private and (which I would) like to keep private. I want that small space for myself and for the people who are close to me.”
The 26-year-old actress said she doesn’t see a need to share everything with everyone.
“I don’t want the focus to go away from my work. I’d rather want you to talk about my work than what’s happening in my personal life,” she says.
Sanon was in the city to promote her latest project, Raabta, which was released on Friday. The film also stars Sushant Singh Rajput, with whom the Dilwale actress has been linked. The rumours don’t bother her.
“Three films, one link-up – not a bad thing. It doesn’t bother me. It’s fine. Gossip is something which sort of interests people more,” she said, adding that she would prefer it if her work sparked more conversations.
“I don’t like that the attention goes away from one’s work, but at the same time it (gossip) is part and parcel of the industry. It isn’t something I can control. Better to ignore it or laugh along with it.
“As long as my family members or people close to me know what’s happening in my personal life, I am okay with it.”
With no Bollywood backing, does Sanon feel she fits in?
When it comes to her work, the answer is yes, but she feels “a little out of place in the “filmy” parties. I think I’m a very few films old to be knowing a lot of people. I’m making friends as I’m doing movies. That is how you eventually feel comfortable in the industry.”
Sanon, the daughter of a chartered accountant and an associate professor, holds a BTech in electronics and communication engineering.
Does she regret not having a backer in the industry?
“No. It’s okay. I feel I’m doing very well for myself. Even if it’s slow, it’s fine. I’m proud of my journey. I like the fact that I’m here and reached ‘here’ by myself and because of the people around me who have believed in me.
“You really don’t need to have a godfather. You need to have talent and belief. These are the two things important more than anything else,” she said. – IANS