Sonali Bendre
is set to play the role of a dedicated
journalist
, in the upcoming season of ‘
The Broken News
.’ It focuses on the clash between ethical and sensational journalism. Reflecting on her career and the industry’s tabloid culture, Sonali Bendre revealed how she was often entangled in fabricated link-up rumors with male co-stars.
In an exclusive conversation with News18 Showsha, Sonali shared her experience of being a target of
yellow journalism
in the past.
She recalled how false narratives about her personal life, including alleged affairs and conflicts with co-stars, would often make headlines, despite being entirely untrue.
During her earlier years in the industry, Sonali Bendre noted that producers would deliberately fuel such rumors to generate buzz around their projects. Unlike today, where actors are sometimes consulted about such tactics, Bendre emphasizes that in her time, they had no say in the matter.
Discussing the pressure to conform to
industry standards
, Sonali revealed how she was advised to fabricate a narrative about her background to fit the stereotypical image of a film actor. Despite the expectation to portray a rags-to-riches story, the actress remained true to her middle-class roots, refusing to compromise her integrity.
While acknowledging the importance of perception in show business, Sonali Bendre highlighted the pitfalls of fabricating stories, noting how they can backfire when the truth emerges. She emphasized the importance of authenticity, revealing her discomfort with manufacturing false narratives about herself, a stance not universally shared among her peers.
Sonali Bendre’s disclosures illuminate the hurdles actors encounter while balancing industry demands with personal integrity.
‘The Broken News’
Directed by Vinay Waikul, the series also stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Jay Upadhyay, Indraneil Sengupta, Taaruk Raina, Aakash Khurana, and Kiran Kumar. Set to release on May 3, 2024, it is a remake of the British series ‘Press.’
Sonali Bendre: ‘When I see lines on my face, of course I get insecure, but I also think that I have earned these. I don’t want to play a 20-year-old!’
