Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel is known for speaking her heart out without fear. The actress never hesitates to call out the mistakes of filmmakers and openly shares her views about the Bollywood industry. In a recent interview, she revealed that despite the blockbuster success of her debut film Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai, she did not receive the recognition she truly deserved. Ameesha admitted that many people in the industry simply do not like her.
Ameesha Patel
Speaking to one of the media houses, Ameesha said, “For me, the love of the audience is what really matters. It doesn’t matter which camp or group you belong to. I don’t fit into any particular circle. I don’t drink, I don’t smoke, and I don’t flatter anyone to get work. Whatever I’ve achieved is purely on the strength of my talent. Because of this, some people are not fond of me. I don’t run after anyone for favors.”
Ameesha Patel
Calling herself an outsider, the actress explained how tough it is to survive without industry connections. “It becomes even harder when you don’t have a boyfriend or husband from the film fraternity. People often support those who can present themselves as a ‘power couple.’ When you are alone and an outsider, there is very little reason for others to back you,” she said. Ameesha also exposed the reality of social media in Bollywood and claimed that almost 90 percent of celebrities buy followers.
Ameesha Patel
Ameesha said, “Agencies approach stars demanding huge amounts of money and, in return, promise lakhs of followers. Many celebrities have paid for these fake followers. I’ve been approached several times, but I always refused. I value my real fans and don’t want anyone to follow me because of money.” The actress proudly added that her Instagram and Twitter accounts are completely authentic. “I never plan my posts or rely on perfect photoshoots. I upload my pictures as they are—no fancy composition, no calculated captions. I want my audience to see the real me, not a carefully crafted image,” she concluded.