Exclusive! Sherlyn Chopra gets candid about sexism & nepotism in Bollywood

Sherlyn Chopra has worked in the entertainment business for more than ten years. The actor has appeared in numerous films, music videos, and TV shows. In a candid chat, she talks about her experience thus far and gives her admirers some background information.

The actress confessed, “I was a really diligent young lady! My best companions were the books. I was actually the favourite student of my teachers due to my excellence in both academics and extracurricular activities. After that, I eventually became tired of being a bookworm. I made the decision to try modelling at that point. I had no idea how totally I would become enmeshed in the entertainment industry. I entered a beauty contest to begin my modelling career, and after becoming Miss Andhra, I never looked back.”

She actually intended to become a doctor like her late father when she was a young student. She says, “I was enthralled by the scientific community. But when I was 19, I noticed that I was drawn to the glamour of celebrity. I’ve always had reading glasses and being a nerd! I had never before envisioned or experienced seeing myself dressed up in a gorgeous avatar, thus it was a completely new experience for me. It was exhilarating and unbelievable.”

Sherlyn Chopra drops truth bombs

Sherlyn had a great time acting as a Maharani in Ekta Kapoor’s Paurashpur 2, which was just broadcast on AltBalaji. The actor says it was a pleasure to work with the entire cast and crew. The actress goes on to say, “Yash Raj’s Red Swastik, my debut movie, was made. I portrayed a serial killer in a psychological suspense film. Vinod Pande, the director, praised my audition and thought I was a good fit for the part. The rest, as they say, is history.”

She continues, “It would be an understatement to say that I encountered difficulties, as I look back on my early days trying to get into the profession. My worthiness was repeatedly questioned, and I experienced a lot of humiliation. Every time they crushed my spirit, it took me days or even weeks to recover and start working hard again.”

Sherlyn Chopra responds, “Substantial work,” when asked about the type of work she anticipates and the changes she hopes to see in Bollywood. Confessing further, “I value excellence and substance more than mediocrity. Additionally, it would be fantastic for the industry if sexism and nepotism were to decline.” What would be your ideal role? She continues, “I think Julia Roberts’ character in the movie Erin Brokovich is really engaging emotionally.”