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Saiyaara Star Aneet Padda Overcomes Early Struggles to Achieve Stardom
6 Oct
Summary
- Aneet Padda fell into traps of shady websites at 17 to find work
- Sent audition tapes, bios to every production house during COVID
- Realized casting agencies negotiate on behalf of actors
In a recent interview, Saiyaara actress Aneet Padda, who has become a national sensation, opened up about her early struggles to break into the industry. At the age of 17, Aneet was desperately searching for work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Without realizing the role of casting agencies, she sent her audition tapes and bios to almost every production house in the Hindi film industry, hoping to land a big break.
Aneet's keen interest in acting had developed at a young age, but she initially faced a lack of support from her friends and family. Her father, who had once harbored dreams of pursuing acting himself, did not encourage Aneet's aspirations. However, Aneet's determination never wavered, and she continued to pursue her passion.
Despite the challenges, Aneet's hard work and talent have paid off. Before her breakout role in Saiyaara, she made her acting debut in Revathi's slice-of-life drama Salaam Venky and appeared in the web series Big Girls Don't Cry. Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri, has become the second highest-grossing film of the year, minting over ₹569.75 crore worldwide and establishing Aneet as a rising star in the industry.
