With an 11-year presence in the Hindi film industry, Sunny Leone candidly discussed the ups and downs of her career trajectory. While unsuccessful films were challenging, she regarded the 2016 interview as her lowest point.
In 2016, a journalist’s persistent inquiries about her past led to Sunny’s interview becoming a contentious subject, widely criticized for being misogynistic, sexist, and deeply offensive.
Having now surpassed a decade in the industry since her 2012 debut in ‘Jism 2,’ it’s inevitable that there have been both high and low moments.
“The interview that didn’t go well was definitely a low point. The entire experience around it made it a low. Notably, when a film underperforms, it’s disheartening. Some high points include songs like ‘Laila’ and ‘Babydoll.’ There were amazing films as well. ‘Kennedy’ is the most anticipated thing in my entire career,” shared Sunny with IANS.
Born Karenjit Kaur Vohra in Canada, Sunny has played roles across independent mainstream events, films, and TV series. She appeared on the Indian reality show “Bigg Boss” in 2011 and hosted “Splitsvilla.” Her filmography includes ‘Jackpot,’ ‘Ragini MMS 2,’ ‘Ek Paheli Leela,’ and ‘Tera Intezaar.’
Transitioning from Karenjit to the renowned Sunny Leone was not without its challenges.
The mother of three reflected, “I’ve faced a considerable amount of struggles, literally having to fight through various situations. I’ve had to prove my worth, my strength, and talent to people. It hasn’t been easy, but I’ve had Daniel [her partner] by my side, along with amazing collaborators. We’ve taken on incredible projects and navigated through some chaotic moments.”
Regarding her perspective on Bollywood, the 42-year-old actress, whose film ‘Kennedy’ is set to premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), described it as “amazing, colorful, and exciting,” mirroring how the world perceives it. She expressed gratitude for being part of the industry and her love for India.
