Actress Anveshi Jain has shared her journey of overcoming stereotypes and achieving success through talent, despite initial perceptions based on her appearance. “When my first show aired and people saw me on Instagram, my appearance and the bold roles I took on were quite striking. I had no background in the industry and had to make my way in. When I visited my school or spoke at IIT colleges, I felt some friction. People perceived me as someone who made it big due to my looks and body.”
She continued, “However, over time, they came to understand my background. I come from a well-educated family and am an engineer myself. Before entering the industry, I had six years of public speaking experience. I am also an MBA dropout and ran my own business, Daze Genesis, from home, which I managed to make successful. As they learned about my journey and the challenges I faced, they started to respect me more. Many people lack the courage to pursue their dreams, but I believe that persistence is key. Even though the initial friction has faded, many colleges across the country now invite me to speak and share my journey with their students.”
Jain described her strategic choice to take on a provocative role in a controversial show by Alt Balaji. “I was given four story options and intentionally chose the most controversial one, knowing it would attract attention and potentially boost my career. This risky choice exceeded my expectations, bringing me significant fame and audience power, which in turn increased my confidence and opened more opportunities.”
She added, “After this show, I ventured into singing and took on various roles, including a challenging character in *Hungama* and several South Indian films. I learned Telugu for a special song and worked on improving my skills, which eventually led to a role in the film *Martin*. I actively shared my progress on social media, which attracted the attention of directors and agencies, including some from Hollywood.”
Reflecting on her career, Jain said, “I’ve stopped viewing myself as a stereotype because I’ve realized that casting decisions often depend on directors’ preferences and the nature of the roles available. Initially, I was cast in roles that were quite stereotypical and focused on attracting attention, often with an erotic element. To break away from stereotypical roles due to my body type, I had to turn down around 50-60 roles. Although this meant facing periods without work or income, it was a confidence booster for me. I believed that by rejecting these roles, I was maintaining my integrity and paving the way for roles that truly reflect my abilities. While being known as a stereotype might seem like a challenge, it’s better than being irrelevant or unnoticed.”
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