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Mouni Roy: 9 Years to Films, Still Hungry for Roles
25 May
Summary
- Mouni Roy took nine years to transition from television to films.
- She has overcome typecasting throughout her diverse career.
- Roy remains ambitious, seeking challenging roles across platforms.
Mouni Roy recently shared insights into her extensive nine-year transition from television to the film industry. She candidly discussed the continuous labels she encountered throughout her career, from her early days in 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' to her popular role in 'Naagin.'
Roy detailed how initial perceptions as a 'girl next door' shifted to being seen as too glamorous, then too 'Indian' for a role, and finally confined to fantasy or mythological characters. Despite these judgments, she stated that such labels no longer dictate her choices or aspirations.
Expressing her continued ambition, Mouni Roy emphasized her hunger for good work and readiness to take on varied roles in films and streaming projects. She noted that her hard work and performance resonate with the audience, which is her ultimate takeaway, regardless of the character type.
Currently, Mouni Roy can be seen in the show 'Salakaar.' Her upcoming projects include David Dhawan's 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai,' which also features Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur.
