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Aishwarya Rai: Insecurity Never Drove My Career
5 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Aishwarya Rai states insecurity never influenced her career choices.
- She prioritized meaningful roles like 'Chokher Bali' after 'Devdas'.
- Her career choices were driven by script resonance, not industry pressure.
At the recent Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan shared insights into her career trajectory, asserting that insecurity has never been a motivator in her professional decisions. She highlighted her distinct approach, choosing projects based on the narrative's strength rather than external pressures or perceived career momentum.
Reflecting on her journey since winning Miss World, Rai Bachchan recalled her debut in Mani Ratnam's 'Iruvar,' emphasizing the director's focus on story. She specifically mentioned the period after the immense success of 'Devdas,' when she opted for Rituparno Ghosh's 'Chokher Bali.' Rai Bachchan explained this choice was driven by the script's appeal, stating, "What a beautiful story and that is the film I want to do."
Her career is marked by a consistent preference for roles that resonate deeply, a decision-making process she now recognizes as having guided her from the outset. While she has not signed a new film since 'Ponniyin Selvan 2' in 2023, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan remains an international figure, awaiting scripts that capture her artistic vision.
