Should Have Got Married Earlier: Patralekhaa On Completing 10 Yrs In Bollywood. Reason Will Make You Giggle

Patralekhaa recently spoke to Times about her ten-year journey in the film industry, acknowledging the challenges she has faced along the way. Despite the ups and downs, she remains grateful for what the industry has given her. She made her debut opposite her now-husband Rajkummar Rao in Hansal Mehta's 2014 film CityLights, which earned her praise and love from audiences.

Current phase of Patralekhaa's career

The actress is excited about her current phase, where she can take on a variety of roles. Her upcoming projects include a comedy with Varun Sharma and the series IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack, starring Pratik Gandhi and Vijay Varma. Patralekhaa said, "It has taken me 10 years to be like a fully working actor and not work for only four-five days in a year and then sit, wait, and pray to get more work." She also mentioned that traditional filmmakers have told her that they don't know where to place her despite being a good actor.

OTT platforms providing opportunities

The rise of OTT platforms has provided Patralekhaa with more opportunities to showcase her talent, leading to additional film offers. "I've been the busiest since I got married (in November 2021). Which is why I feel that I should have gotten married earlier," she joked.

Gratitude for industry experiences

Reflecting on her decade-long journey, Patralekhaa expressed gratitude for the experiences she's had in the industry. "I have made some amazing friends here. I found my husband in this industry and city. This industry has given me a lot. It has been a package of failure and success," she said. Rather than letting failure weigh her down, it has taught her patience and perseverance, motivating her to continue working hard.