Divya Khosla called Bollywood a place full of crocodiles, said- I will not sell my soul
Divya Khosla described Bollywood as a challenging industry full of ‘crocodiles’ and stressed the importance of staying true to yourself without compromising on your values. He also shared insights on his memorable film experiences and addressed personal questions during a recent AMA session.
Divya Khosla is not mincing words. During a recent Reddit Ask Me Anything session, the actress opened up about stepping into Bollywood, calling the industry a “place full of crocodiles” and insisting that she would “never sell (her) soul” for work. This exchange soon became a highlight of her AMA, with fans praising her honesty and candidness about the pressures of showbiz.
Khosla answered a variety of questions – from mental health to memorable shoots – and one user asked how she stays positive despite the “toxicity” and expectations in Bollywood. He answered honestly, “I think Bollywood is a place where there are crocodiles all around, and you feel like you have to fight your way through it.”
He stressed the importance of establishing oneself in a demanding industry. “The most important thing is to stay true to yourself. I would never sell my soul to get work.” If it happens, it’s okay, if it doesn’t happen, it’s okay tooMore importantly, when you reach the top, you should have a good list of deeds to take with you,” she said,
When Khosla was asked about his most memorable film, he immediately named saviHe recalled the 42-day schedule in sub-zero temperatures across the UK, calling it his “most amazing shoot”, “It was almost minus 10 degrees, non-stop, But the production was so well-organized that it set a benchmark for me to compare it with all my other films,”
The AMA also took a personal turn when one user pointedly asked, “Are you divorced?” Khosla dismissed this with humour: “No. But the media really wants it.” She has been married to Bhushan Kumar, Chairman and MD of T-Series, since 2005.
Khosla was last seen in the thriller-comedy a clever sloganNeil co-starred with Nitin Mukesh, where she played the role of Mamta Mishra, a woman facing unexpected challenges to support her family.