Mona Singh reveals she 'didn't want to box' herself
What's the story
Mona Singh, a popular actor known for her diverse roles in films and series, recently opened up about her career choices. In an interview with Mid-Day, she revealed that she has often said no to projects that didn't resonate with her. "Ninety percent of the time, I've said no to things I didn't want to do," Singh said.
Career approach
Singh says, 'I never wanted to repeat myself'
Singh attributed her recent success to a strategic decision to prioritize quality over quantity. "I never wanted to repeat myself. The architecture was choosing to wait, and I waited happily." She added, "When I decided to take a break from TV, that leap was massive. You are still getting offers, the biggest daily soaps, but I didn't want to box myself into something repetitive."
Career evolution
'I think a massive leap happens when you wait patiently...'
Singh expressed her belief that patience and self-faith have been key to her career evolution. "I think a massive leap happens when you wait patiently and have faith in your journey and yourself." "This is what I love to do, and I am getting the opportunities now." She cited projects like Made in Heaven, Maa Ka Sum, Laal Singh Chaddha, Subedaar, and Happy Patel as rewards for her patience.
OTT impact
Impact of OTT on women's roles
Singh also highlighted the role of the OTT boom in creating better opportunities for women. "OTT is the biggest game changer. It has given us more room to be messy, honest, raw, and unfiltered, and that's what women are." "Earlier, you were either positive or negative; there was nothing in between. Now, we are so much more. It's a lovely change." Meanwhile, her upcoming series Maa Ka Sum is set to release on Friday.