Dia Mirza Opens Up About Insecurities in Acting: Battling Fear of Rejection and Ageism in the Industry
Dia Mirza discussed her career and addressed potential dislikes about the acting profession. Responding to a question about her insecurities as an actor, she shared insights with Filmfare, including her perspective on dealing with fake news in the industry.
Dia on her career
Dia Mirza reflected on her professional journey, acknowledging that she entered the world of cinema without formal training. She highlighted the value of a solid education in acting, expressing that her early career choices were driven by fear due to her lack of preparation.
Mirza emphasized the importance of finding one’s voice and authenticity, qualities that now shape her career decisions.
Dia talks about her Insecurities
Dia Mirza discussed her career journey, acknowledging that she entered cinema without formal training, learning on the job. While recognizing the benefits, she emphasized the value of a solid education in acting. Dia candidly admitted that her choices in the initial years were fear-driven, lacking the authenticity that now defines her decisions. When questioned about her dislikes in the acting profession, she pointed out the challenge of dealing with fake news. Reflecting on insecurities, especially in her younger days, Dia mentioned fears of losing opportunities, facing rejection, and navigating ageism in the industry.
About Dia’s projects
Recently seen in Dhak Dhak, alongside Ratna Pathak Shah, Sanjana Sanghi, and Fatima Sana Shaikh, Dia Mirza played a role in the film helmed by Tarun Dudeja. Dhak Dhak follows four diverse women embarking on a daring journey to ride bikes to the world’s highest motorable road, Khardungla Pass.
Gautam Menon directed Dia’s debut film, Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, a remake of the Tamil film Minnale. Her filmography includes Alag, Dum, Deewaanapan, Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge, Tumsa Nahin Dekha: A Love Story, Parineeta, Dus, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, Salaam Mumbai, Sanju, Bheed, and Thappad.
Apart from her film career, Dia has been active in web series, featuring in Kaafir, Mind the Malhotras, Call My Agent: Bollywood, and Made in Heaven. Beyond her acting endeavors, she serves as a UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador and United Nations Secretary-General Advocate for Sustainable Development. Dia Mirza has consistently advocated for social change, conservation, and environmental causes.
