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Sonali Kulkarni's candid admission of jealousy
19 Sep
Summary
- Sonali Kulkarni felt jealous of Tabu's National Award win.
- Kulkarni admired Tabu's performances and sought to meet her.
- She is preparing for her upcoming Telugu film, The Paradise.
Actress Sonali Kulkarni has candidly spoken about past professional envy, specifically admitting to feeling jealous of Tabu's National Film Award for Best Actress in 1997. Kulkarni, who has a new film, The Paradise, slated for release on September 24, 2026, stated her ambition for a National Award, viewing it as a significant marker of success. While she received a Special Mention award in 2002 for her role in the Marathi short film Chaitra, she feels it doesn't equate to her aspirations.
Her admiration for Tabu led her to seek out the acclaimed actress. Kulkarni recounted a memorable encounter in Film City, Mumbai, during the filming of Mission Kashmir. She approached Tabu, who was reportedly shooting for Chandni Bar, and expressed her admiration. Kulkarni described Tabu's graceful response and brief conversation, which helped her feel more at ease, recognizing stars as human beings.
She also shared a humanizing moment with Aishwarya Rai, who revealed she had designed her own dress that Kulkarni had complimented. These experiences have enriched Kulkarni's perspective on her career and interactions within the industry. She is eagerly awaiting the release of The Paradise.
