Sonam Kapoor: For someone falling in love with me, it's his privilege

Sonam Kapoor's National Award special mention for her performance in 'Neerja' has encouraged the actress to take up content driven roles. In a career span that is nearly a decade, this is Sonam's first National Award win. Talking about her journey so far, Sonam asserts, "I have had a turtle's journey so far. There is no pressure to up the ante, but yes, I will do films that are impactful."

Sonam further adds that she is open to playing smaller but at the same time impactful roles. "I don't want to play only lead or titular parts. I want to do projects that have something to say beyond just being entertaining, films like Dutt biopic and 'Padman', which entertain and yet, are all heart. I'd love to be a vain actor, but it's important to work with men like R Balki ('Padman' director) and Raju Hirani (Dutt biopic director)," adds Sonam.

Talking about this unexpected validiation for 'Neerja', Sonam said, "I was privileged enough to be acknowledged for something I gave my heart and soul to. 'Neerja' was about celebrating a strong woman's spirit in today's world that's all about survival of the fittest. With this film, I am ready to walk any red carpet to celebrate what it stood for, even without an award. The film itself was my biggest award; the National Award is a cherry on top. Ram (Madhvani, director), and my parents wanted me to win, more than I did."

When asked if she would stop taking up funs roles like the one she played in 'Khoobsurat', "No role is frivolous. I am never going to do stop doing films like 'Khoobsurat' (2014). It had a lot to say about women who are expected to change themselves for society. I am a misfit and proud to be so. No one needs to change to win someone's love, even if it's Fawad 'handsome' Khan ('Khoobsurat' co-star). For someone falling in love with me, it's his privilege," said Sonam as she signed off.

















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