Mumbai, May 18: Actress Anupriya Goenka is currently making headlines with her upcoming film ‘Bombay Stories,’ which is being showcased at the Cannes Film Festival. For any artist, reaching Cannes is a significant achievement, and for Anupriya, this moment is particularly special as it marks her debut in independent cinema.
Directed by Rahat Shah Kazmi, the film draws inspiration from renowned writer Saadat Hasan Manto’s famous story ‘Hatak.’ It explores a segment of society that is often shrouded in silence and rarely discussed openly.
In ‘Bombay Stories,’ Anupriya portrays the role of a sex worker, alongside notable performances from Mouni Roy and Sushmita Singh. The film aims to depict the lives of sex workers, their struggles, societal perceptions, and the emotions hidden within them.
Discussing her character, Anupriya expressed, “I have long wanted to be part of independent cinema. I am thrilled that my first film is based on Manto’s story. The word ‘Hatak’ means insult, and the narrative revolves around this sentiment. My character struggles to understand herself amidst societal judgments and perceptions.”
Elaborating on her role, she stated, “Saugandhi is a woman who has accepted her life as it is, yet she yearns for love and respect. She desires to be seen not just as a body but as a human being and a woman. Through this character, I recognized many of my own emotions. Portraying her allowed me to understand and feel various facets of a woman’s experience.”
Anupriya also addressed the topic of sex work, saying, “If someone chooses this profession willingly, it is their right and decision. It should be viewed like any other profession. However, when a woman is forced into this line of work, stripped of her rights, or denied respect as a human being, it becomes wrong and tragic.”
She added, “In society, sex workers are often viewed merely as objects, yet they have dreams, emotions, and deserve respect. As long as no one is coerced into this profession against their will, society should not have the right to judge them.”
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