Taapsee Pannu: Navigating Bollywood with Boldness and Integrity

Taapsee Pannu, known for her versatility and outspoken nature, discusses the challenges of being a public figure amid trolling and paparazzi invasions. She asserts her right to personal space and criticizes media's focus on negativity. Despite these hurdles, she remains dedicated to her craft, earning respect from critics.

In the dynamic world of Bollywood, few actors have demonstrated the courage and candor of Taapsee Pannu. Celebrated for her versatile performances, Pannu is equally recognized for her vocal advocacy on personal boundaries and respect.

In a recent candid interview with ANI, Taapsee Pannu discussed the difficulties of maintaining a public persona in a time of widespread online trolling and intrusive paparazzi. 'I think I have chosen a life which unfortunately I got to know very late that kuch karo na karo, troll to tum hoge hi,' she confessed, highlighting the inevitability of online criticism.

'I feel ki kuch relevant hu mai tabhi to troll ho rahi hu,' the actress said, underscoring that trolling underscores her relevance in today's digital age. Pannu also noted the fleeting nature of such negativity, explaining that online backlash usually centers around a single post or tweet and dissipates as public interest wanes.

'People are spending time in negativity on you. I would be like, okay, I'm worth their time in some way,' said Pannu. She argues that while modern trolls are harsh, they lack the power to ruin careers as detractors did in the past. 'No, they cannot. Otherwise, mai to yha pe pakka nhi hoti,' she asserted. Pannu emphasized the distinction between being a public figure and public property and condemned undue intrusion by photographers.

'If you shout at me, I will not take it. If you jump on me and pounce on me and physically come too close to me, that's not acceptable,' she stated, affirming her stance on personal space. Pannu expressed her frustration with the media's obsession with negativity, noting how negative stories garner more attention than positive ones.

'I'm working really hard. I'm giving my sweat and blood to every film,' she passionately emphasized her commitment to her craft. She highlighted that support from critics, even when films don't succeed commercially, speaks to her dedication. 'It's a team effort. I tried to give my best. It didn't work for X, Y, Z, or whatever reasons. I shouldn't be held responsible for it,' she concluded.

On the professional front, Pannu was last seen in 'Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba' and 'Khel Khel Mein'.

(With inputs from agencies.)