The work-life balance for actor Pooja Bhamrrah involves traveling between Bengaluru and Mumbai every other week for the past eight years. Despite her work being in Mumbai, she is married to Bengaluru-based entrepreneur Gurpreet Singh. Pooja gained recognition for her role as an airline crew member in the Hindi film Crew, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu, and Kriti Sanon. Here are some highlights from a recent conversation:
"I enjoyed working with Tabu, Kareena, and Kriti; their energy influenced me. I didn't anticipate the positive response to my character in Crew. Being around such talented actors made me curious about their work processes and energy, which was a major highlight for me. Following the release, feedback suggested that not everyone can excel in a scene alongside these renowned actors. I was delighted with the response," Pooja shared. She mentioned that after Crew, she started receiving offers for leading roles in various projects.
Ironically, acting was never in Pooja's original plan. Initially aspiring to be Miss India, her parents discouraged her. After completing her biotechnology engineering degree, she stumbled into modeling through a beauty pageant that offered a substantial prize. Winning the contest led her to pursue a career in modeling. Acting also came unexpectedly but resonated with Pooja, prompting her to shift her focus entirely to acting, bidding farewell to her previous modeling career aspirations."My parents have been incredibly supportive, and since getting married, I am fortunate to have a partner who is equally encouraging," she shares. "I firmly believe in the concept of fate."
Today, Pooja focuses on finding a balance between her work and personal life. "I believe that success is determined by the quality of the story rather than just relying on stars to carry a film. Recently, I have had more auditions and discussions, giving hope for the remainder of the year. Trusting in destiny plays a significant role in my outlook. By staying open to possibilities, the universe guides you in the right direction. It's crucial to strike a balance in one's life, which I've come to realize. Previously, my life revolved solely around work, but now I see the importance of enjoying a well-rounded life – making time for family and pursuing other interests. As an actress, embracing a full life allows me to bring more depth to my performances on camera."
