Juhi Chawla is all set to share screen space yet again with Anil Kapoor in 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha To Aisa Laga' and while we're super excited to catch her take to the screen again, the actress delivered a rather hard-hitting speech on women empowerment recently which pleased us immensely. The actress even opened up about the film industry and the changes she sees comparing it to her time.
At an event in Hyderabad, which was attended by over 200 women, Juhi said, “Women don’t need more empowerment, they come empowered from heaven." “When you want something to be said, tell the man. When you want something to be done, tell the woman," she added. The actress further stated that she was ecstatic to see so many women working in the film industry, be it as photographers, cinematographers, directors or actresses. About this, she said, “Earlier this was not the case. There were hardly three female members on the set at a time, my hairdresser, make-up person and I. Now, everything has changed."
Drawing a contrast between the working style of her days and today, Juhi said, “Today everything is scripted and comes on a platter. Today’s actresses are much more groomed than us. They are much more exposed to cinema than us. But they face so much more pressure and have to gain a firm foothold to survive the competition. It is not easy to make a mark, though they may have the perfect body, hair, etc. They still need to work hard. The competition is much more.”
Talking about working with Anil Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor, she said, “Working with Anil brings the best in you. He will not stop until the shot is perfect. I have seen Sonam growing up and working with her will be a delight. The film also stars Rajkummar Rao. He’s a very talented actor. I had thought him to be the silent types but while working with him I’ve got to know about the mischievous side of him too." Elaborating on the reason for giving the thumbs up to the role, Juhi said, “When I heard that I would have to play the role of a defence minister, I was ecstatic. I couldn’t believe my luck. I readily agreed. Also, I have chanced upon a beautiful script which I am planning to produce in Marathi.”
Well, we can't wait to catch you in theatres already Juhi!
