What advice did Shah Rukh Khan give Nikita Dutta in her early days?

Shah Rukh Khan advised Nikita Dutta to "be more realistic" and "first get rich" before following her passion.

What helped provide Nikita Dutta with early career stability?

Nikita Dutta was fortunate to have a job at Zoom in her first year after Miss India, which gave her a monthly source of income and allowed her to focus on acting without having to compromise.

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Colaba Girl Nikita Dutta Shares Decade-Long Bollywood Journey: From Pageants to Passion

Q: How did Nikita Dutta's living in Colaba affect her early acting career?

Nikita Dutta shared that living in Colaba initially made her realize the realities of life outside her bubble, as most auditions were held in Andheri's Aaram Nagar.

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Summary

Nikita Dutta's early days filled with logistical challenges and learning curve
Heard Shah Rukh Khan's advice to "be realistic, get rich first, then follow passion"
Fortunate to have a steady income source in her first year, allowing her to focus on acting

Colaba Girl Nikita Dutta Shares Decade-Long Bollywood Journey: From Pageants to Passion

In an exclusive interview, actress Nikita Dutta, who recently marked 10 years in the entertainment industry, opens up about her early days as an aspiring actor. Dutta, who hails from Colaba, shares how her initial years were filled with trials and small victories as she navigated the challenges of the industry.

Recalling her early days, Dutta explains how she had to travel from her Colaba home to Andheri's Aaram Nagar for auditions, a journey that made her realize the realities of life outside her bubble. Despite the logistical hurdles and the disappointment of not always landing roles, Dutta found stability early on in her career, working at Zoom while pursuing her passion for acting.