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Yami Gautam: Motherhood transformed me, not my career
29 May
Summary
- Motherhood has not influenced Yami Gautam's professional career choices.
- Yami Gautam prioritizes stories that resonate with her after 2018.
- Instinct and gut feeling guide Yami Gautam's life and work decisions.
Actress Yami Gautam reflects on her journey through motherhood and cinema, stating that while becoming a mother to her son Vedavid in May 2024 was transformative, it has not impacted her professional choices. Gautam emphasizes the importance of balancing personal and professional life, noting that her maternal identity is constant, even while working. She describes resilience as the driving force behind her decade-long career in cinema.
Around 2018, Yami Gautam shifted her focus from conventional success to selecting stories that genuinely moved her, citing films like 'Bala' and 'Uri' as turning points. She learned the value of patience and staying grounded, often saying no to roles she didn't believe in. Gautam also relies heavily on her instincts and gut feelings, which she finds crucial for making sound decisions in both her personal and professional life, avoiding overthinking.
Her last known appearance was a cameo in 'Dhurandhar 2'. Gautam's approach to her career is now fearlessly aligned with her personal conviction, ensuring that her choices reflect her authentic self and artistic vision.
