This actress’ father was against her decision to enter film industry, used mother’s surname to enter Bollywood; Her family mourned her birth due to…
The actress’ career began with a bang when she starred in a superhit film, catapulting her to stardom overnight. During her 22-year long career, she worked in many films, but gradually transitioned from lead roles to supporting ones. Sometimes she would have brief appearances, while other times, she would steal the show with an unforgettable item song. This actress created a stir in Bollywood with item songs and bold scenes.
She fought against her father and chose the path of films. Her family did not want her to be a part of the glamorous world of films. When the actress expressed her desire to make a career in acting to her father, her family disowned her. Now, after several years, her family has accepted her career choice and they have reconciled. The actress we are talking about, has a degree in philosophy from Miranda House, Delhi University.
We are talking about actress Mallika Sherawat. She made her acting debut with Kareena Kapoor and Tusshar Kapoor’s film ‘Jeena Sirf Mere Liye’. She subsequently appeared in films like ‘Khwahish’ where she was known for her bold onscreen portrayal. Sherawat’s 2004 film ‘Murder’ established her career and gave her a name – sex symbol of Bollywood. The success of the film was largely attributed to the sizzling hot scenes between Mallika Sherawat and Emraan Hashmi, which became the talk of the town.
Mallika Sherawat’s father was against her…
In an interview, Mallika Sherawat revealed a sad truth about her life that her father had thrown her from the house, and that is why she adopted her mother’s surname. Sherawat is the name of the actress’ mother. When the actress stepped into Bollywood, she was known as Reema Lamba. She was credited as Reema Lamba in her debut film.
She also shared that her birth was not celebrated but mourned, as her relatives had expected and desired a boy. “When I was born, mere parivaar mein maatam chhaa gaya tha (there was mourning in my family). They wanted a boy,” Sherawat recalled in an old interview.
Despite facing numerous box-office failures, Mallika has amassed a considerable fortune. According to a report in Navbharat Times, the actress is the owner of Rs 170 crore.
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