Mumbai: Television actor Ashnoor Kaur, currently a contestant on Bigg Boss 19, recently opened up about the extreme working conditions she faced as a child actor, revealing a startling account of working non-stop for 30 hours at the tender age of six.

In a candid conversation with Hauterrfly, the Patiala Babes star reflected on the early days of her career, particularly while filming for the mythological show Shobha Somnath Ki. Recalling the intensity of the schedule, Ashnoor shared, “I was just six and I had to shoot continuously for 30 hours. I was so exhausted that I couldn’t function anymore. My mother had to step in and tell me to rest for a bit.” She added that the production team ensured her safety by waiting outside her vanity van while she took a short nap before resuming work.

The pressure to meet physical expectations also took a toll on her health. Ashnoor admitted to resorting to an extreme diet during her teenage years in order to meet industry beauty standards. “I once survived only on water to look a certain way for a show,” she said. “I fainted on set but didn’t tell anyone the real reason, that I hadn’t eaten.”

Now in her twenties, Ashnoor notes that she’s finally reached a point in her career where she can afford to work 12-hour shifts. This isn't the first time a television actor has revealed this concern. It has earlier been raised by celebrities like Shweta Tiwari, Hiten Tejwani, and Krystle D’Souza have also spoken about enduring dangerously long work hours, often leading to physical collapse on set.

Ashnoor began her career at just four years old with Jhansi Ki Rani and quickly rose to prominence with roles in shows like Mahabharat, Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev, and Saath Nibhaana Saathiya. Her breakout lead performance came in Patiala Babes, making her a well-known face in Indian households.

Currently, Ashnoor is part of the ongoing season of Bigg Boss 19, which premiered on August 24. The show features a mix of television personalities and influencers.