Vidya Balan is one of the most celebrated actors in the Indian film industry. Known for her witty remarks and enigmatic persona both on and off screen, Vidya is not just a powerhouse performer—she often mesmerises her fans with her reels, reflections, and unique perspective on life.

What’s currently grabbing headlines is her fun-filled interaction with Anupama Chopra for The Hollywood Reporter India, where she spoke at length about various aspects of her illustrious acting career.

During the in-depth conversation, Vidya also shared some light-hearted anecdotes. For example, she recalled one particularly bizarre incident where she had to film an intimate scene with an actor who had just eaten Chinese food. “I mean, I asked him to brush… to the point that I asked him, ‘Do you even have a partner?’” she chuckled—one of those lighter moments from her shooting days.

In the same conversation, responding cleverly to the moderator who mentioned that Vidya had started the conversation around body positivity long before the term became popular, she replied, “I had no other option then,” sparking laughter among the audience.

Vidya also shared that she’s growing a bit tired of watching global series filled with “gun-toting” characters and excessive violence—“people smashing eyes and eyeballs,” as she put it. She expressed a longing for stories that restore faith in the beauty of the world.

The National Award-winning actor also reflected on how easily people take offense these days, admitting that she’s now unsure what’s okay to say and what isn’t.

Vidya’s candid revelations serve as a testament to the rare talent that she is, as she continues to work her magic in Indian cinema.