6th April 2023, Mumbai: Television personality Malaika Arora has recently opened up about the struggles she faced in her career due to her image as a “sexy bombshell.” In an interview , Malaika expressed her frustration about not being taken seriously and constantly dealing with internal strife.
Malaika’s journey in the entertainment industry began with her iconic dance number Chaiyya Chaiyya in the 1998 film Dil Se. She went on to feature in several hit songs and was also a part of various reality shows. Most recently, she made her digital debut with the show Moving In With Malaika on Disney+ Hotstar.
However, despite her success, Malaika shared that being perceived as a “sexy bombshell” was a challenge for her. “When you are perceived as a sexy bombshell, no one takes you seriously. And this is what people thought about me for the longest time,” she said in the interview. “It bothered me how people thought of me as just a ‘great body’ and a ‘good face’; I wanted to break away from this image, and I worked on myself to do so.”
Despite the struggles she faced, Malaika emphasised that she never lacked confidence. If there is one thing that I have in abundance, it’s confidence, she said. Today, I feel I am calmer and wiser…something I certainly wasn’t growing up.
Malaika’s latest venture is the song Tera Ki Khayal, in collaboration with popular singer Guru Randhawa. The song, composed by Sanjoy with video direction by Bosco Leslie Martis, has already garnered attention from fans.
Malaika’s journey is a testament to the challenges faced by women in the entertainment industry and the importance of breaking free from stereotypical images. Her dedication to breaking away from her “sexy bombshell” image and finding her true self is truly inspiring.