Actress Tillotama Shome speaks on typecasting in Bollywood and working with Sunny Deol

Actress Tillotama Shome recently discussed the obstacles she faced during her long career in Bollywood in an interview. She mentioned that despite working for over two decades, she has often faced typecasting. According to Tillotama, there is a tendency in the film industry to confine actors to a specific image, which hinders their growth.

Tillotama stated that she has raised her voice on these issues several times in the past. She believes that stereotypes not only limit the creativity of actors but also act as a barrier to creating diverse stories. She said that she is always on the lookout for roles that challenge her as an artist.

The actress also spoke about her experience working with Sunny Deol. She mentioned Sunny Deol's work style and the interactions that took place while working with him. Tillotama said that working with experienced actors is always a good opportunity to learn.

Recalling her early days in her career, Tillotama shared how she struggled to establish her identity. She said that she has learned something new with every film and has always been conscious about the work she chooses. She emphasized that she only selects projects that personally resonate with her.

Tillotama also noted that times are changing and the arrival of OTT platforms is providing more opportunities to actors. She expressed hope that the problem of typecasting will decrease in the future and actors will receive diverse roles based on their talent.

Finally, she thanked her fans who appreciate her work. Tillotama said that she would continue to work on meaningful and challenging projects in the future. She believes that the most important thing for an artist is to maintain their integrity.