HIMANI SHIVPURI REVEALS, "I CONSIDERED QUITTING ACTING MANY TIMES AFTER MY HUSBAND'S DEMISE."

Himani Shivpuri, who plays Katori Amma in &TV's Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, has been one of India's most talented and brilliant actresses for over three decades. She has appeared in some of the biggest blockbusters of all time, and her superb acting abilities have won millions of hearts. Himani Shivpuri has a strong passion for the theatre, which has brought her fame, fortune, and recognition. In a candid interview with JYOTHI VENKATESH who she knows for a long time, the actress discusses her inspiring journey as an actress.

- Jyothi Venkatesh

HOW DID YOUR JOURNEY IN BOLLYWOOD AS AN ACTRESS START?

After completing my post-graduation in organic chemistry, I was set to leave for the United States for advanced studies. Still, at the very same time, I got selected for NSD (National School of Drama). Everyone got annoyed when I told my family I wanted to go for NSD. Initially, I had a negative impression of Bollywood. I did not want to be in movies. I believed that Bollywood was where actresses were expected to show themselves. I was content doing plays and theatre till I met my late husband, Gyan Shivpuri, who motivated me to do films. I began auditioning and feel grateful and fortunate to have worked in great classics such as Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, Pardes, and Umrao Jaan.

What were the challenges you faced in taking acting as your career choice?