You have to keep proving yourself: Actress Shehnaz Gill on surviving in Bollywood
In an interview, actress Shehnaaz Gill said that artists should keep proving themselves in the industry. He also explains how identity, release time and audience response shape the journey of a film.
Actress Shehnaaz Gill has come a long way from becoming a popular television personality to making a place for herself in films. had an exclusive conversation with India TodayThe actor reflected on his journey, why he believes every artiste must constantly prove themselves, the recognition they have earned over the years, and the mindset that keeps them grounded despite their success.
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Actors who are promoting their films these days IshqnaamaSaid, “Everyone in my family is very happy now, but earlier they didn’t really understand this industry. Here, you have to prove yourself constantly. The industry also has to recognize what you are capable of. You get good films only when you prove yourself. Only a good actor really understands the strength of this industry. Otherwise, people don’t recognize your talent.”
When asked when he felt audiences started seeing him as more than just a television personality bigg boss 13 The star attributed this to the love he received ikk kudi (2025).
“I think ikk kudi Did very good business in Punjab. My fans are all over India now. People loved the film and I feel very proud that they have started recognizing me as an actor and not just a television face,” he said.
someone’s brother someone’s life The actress believes that she is lucky that whatever project she undertakes, it is liked by the audience.
She said, “Whatever I do, my stars have been kind to me. I am only talking about what I have seen so far. I don’t know what will happen in the future. But whatever I do comes into limelight in some way or the other. If I do a TV show or a film, people appreciate it. I hope the same luck and blessings will be with me in the future too.”
Despite enjoying a loyal fan following, Gill insists that she does not let expectations burden her.
She explained, “I am a very different kind of person. I don’t take pressure. If I start taking pressure, I will drive people crazy. I can’t work like this. I believe in moving on. Once I do a project and complete its promotion, I let it go. Whether it will work or not is not in my hands. What matters is that I worked hard and chose a good project. If people appreciate that hard work, then This is the greatest reward.”
Having said that, he also reflected on how the fate of a film often depends on timing, citing Trupti Dimri and Avinash Tiwari. Laila Majnu (2018) as an example.
“See Laila MajnuIt worked after so many years; They had to re-release the film because not many people went to watch it in theatres. But later the audience discovered and liked it. I like that movie the best. Some films are like this. It’s about the right timing, and sometimes that doesn’t happen,” she said.
Gill ended the conversation by expressing hope that Ishqnaama is getting all the love it deserves, he said, adding that the entire team has worked very hard to bring the film to life.
“I hope this is the right release date for the film. Let’s see what happens. Even if people watch it later, I hope it will run in theaters because everyone has worked very hard. I especially feel for the producer because they have invested a lot of money in making the film,” she concluded.
punjabi movie IshqnaamaReleased in theaters on July 24, it stars Jai Randhawa and Shehnaaz Gill. It tells a cross-border true love story set in 1982.