Genelia D’Souza Opens Up on Bollywood Rejection After Marriage, Shares Her Pain

Genelia D'Souza, a well-known Bollywood actress, shared her feelings about being sidelined in the industry after her marriage to actor Ritesh Deshmukh

Despite her talent, Genelia revealed she had to audition three times for a role in Aamir Khan's upcoming film, "Sitaare Zameen Per", where she plays his wife

She expressed disappointment over the industry's mindset, suggesting that married actresses often face bias and fewer opportunities

Genelia emphasized the importance of casting actors who match the age and experience required for a role, advocating for a change in filmmaking attitudes

She praised Aamir Khan for recognizing her potential and offering her a significant role, highlighting the need for more inclusive casting practices

The film "Sitaare Zameen Per", directed by RS. Prasanna, is a sequel to the 2007 hit "Taare Zameen Par" and is set to release in theaters on June 20.

The film features a mix of established actors and newcomers, with music by the renowned trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy and lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya

Genelia hopes the industry evolves to provide equal opportunities to all actors, regardless of marital status, and that the right talent is chosen for the right roles