Kriti Sanon’s Journey: From Debut to Success, Overcoming Labels and Embracing New Challenges
Nine years ago, Kriti Sanon marked her acting debut with the film Heropanti. Since then, she has come a long way and has an exciting lineup of projects ahead. She is set to appear in Adipurush, which is rumoured to be India’s most expensive movie. Additionally, she has The Crew, alongside Tabu and Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ganapath with Tiger Shroff and Amitabh Bachchan, and a romantic comedy with Shahid Kapoor in the pipeline.
In a recent interview with a daily newspaper, Kriti Sanon opened up about a phase in her career where she felt she had more to offer but struggled to find filmmakers willing to take a chance on her. She describes it as “frustrating,” acknowledging that there were moments when she knew she could do more but didn’t have the desired opportunities at hand. Being an outsider in the industry, it takes time to make an impact and for people to become familiar with you. Despite the challenges, Kriti made the best of the opportunities she received, learning valuable lessons from each film she worked on.
One of the toughest obstacles Kriti faced early on was being labelled as just a “pretty face.” Coming from a non-film background, she understood that it would take time for people to recognize her talent and associate her name with her acting abilities. She craved validation as an actor, and it started happening with films like Bareilly Ki Barfi and the successful Luka Chuppi. After Mimi, there was a significant shift in her career, and she received her first set of best actor awards. It took eight years for that recognition to come, and Kriti smiles, reflecting on the journey.
Over the course of nine years, Kriti Sanon has had notable achievements, such as Mimi, which showcased her ability to carry a film on her own, along with commercial successes like Luka Chuppi and Dilwale. Currently, she eagerly awaits the release of Adipurush, where she takes on the challenging role of Sita. Kriti acknowledges the sentiments and emotions associated with the epic Ramayana and the revered character of Sita. She has given her utmost effort, aiming to portray the purity, love, and strength that Sita embodied—a rare combination of qualities.
As Kriti continues to grow as an actor, she reflects on her journey, the obstacles she overcame, and the determination it took to make her mark in the industry. With each film, she strives to improve and leave a lasting impression on the audience. Fans eagerly anticipate her upcoming projects, knowing that Kriti Sanon’s talent, dedication, and growth will shine through in every role she takes on.
