Preity Zinta, popular for her roles in Bollywood films, is returning to the big screen after six years with Lahore 1947. In a recent interview, she revealed why she took a break from acting. "I wanted to focus on my personal life and business ventures," she said. "As an actor, your craft is important, but there's also a biological clock to consider. I've never dated anyone in the industry, so having my own family became a priority."
Preity Zinta Reveals Reason Behind Taking Break from Acting
In an interview with DD India at Cannes, she said, "So the logical thing was I also needed to have my own family. It's great to play various lives, but you shouldn't forget to live your life. So I wanted to have children. Business was also very exciting since it was something new. But mostly, I wanted to focus on my personal life. I really don't want to be an accomplished actor and a lonely person."
Zinta emphasised the challenges women face in balancing their careers and personal lives. "It's for every woman who works out there. Everybody tells you that I want equality, I want to work as hard as a man. But the world, they don't give you equality. You have a biological clock. Nature isn't equal to you so you have to leave what you're doing and focus on that," she explained. "I have two young children, and returning to work brings feelings of guilt for missing out on time with them."
Preity Zinta Makes Comeback At Cannes
Zinta is currently attending the Cannes Film Festival, where she will present a special honour to cinematographer Santosh Sivan. Zinta made her return to the 77th Cannes Film Festival after 17 years. She dazzled on the red carpet in a shimmering white gown, impressing both fans and critics. This is her first significant public appearance in over a decade. Here's her Cannes look.
Preity Zinta To Make Comeback Opposite Sunny Deol In Lahore 1947?
Whispers of Zinta's return to acting have been swirling for some time, and recently Zinta was spotted exiting a studio in Mumbai, which the reports claim to be a look test. According to reports and exclusive sources from India Today, Zinta gave the look test for Lahore 1947 and is most likely to make a comeback starring opposite Sunny Deol.
Sunny Deol garnered a lot of applause and appreciation for its commercial success for part 2 of his blockbuster film Gadar gracing the big screens 15 years later enticing the film's fans. The actor is already almost done shooting for his next film Safar, and has his next film pipelined called Lahore 1947 which is already creating a lot of buzz.
The film might mark a delightful reunion for the on-screen pair, who have previously captivated audiences with hits like Hero: Love Story of a Spy, Farz, and Bhaiyaji Superhit.
Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi and co-produced by none other than Aamir Khan Productions, Lahore 1947 promises to be a high-octane drama set against the backdrop of the tumultuous partition of India in 1947. While details about the plot remain under wraps, the historical setting and the powerhouse team behind the project have already generated immense buzz.
Zinta, who has been away from acting for a while, focusing on her cricket team Kings XI Punjab, and other ventures, is sure to send shivers down memory lane for her fans. Her infectious energy, disarming smile, and talent for portraying diverse characters have cemented her place as a beloved Bollywood figure. Her return to the big screen is nothing short of a homecoming, and audiences are eagerly anticipating her magic once again.
Deol, on the other hand, has been riding a wave of success lately with the massive box office performance of Gadar 2: The Katha Continues. His pairing with Zinta is a masterstroke, bringing together two veterans with undeniable charisma and acting prowess. The chemistry they share on-screen is sure to ignite the silver screen once more.