Actress Susmita Mukherjee opens up about four-year financial struggle and debt
The veteran actor shared how facing a debt of Rs 1 crore changed her perspective on money and the role of an artist.
Veteran actress Susmita Mukherjee has spoken about a difficult four-year period in her life when she faced emotional stress and a debt of Rs 1 crore, according to the Times of India.
The 'Nayyi Navelli' actor said she had to accept C-grade films to overcome her financial troubles. She noted that during this time, she was away from theatre and stuck in a project that was not progressing.
Speaking to NDTV, Mukherjee said, "I was going through some trauma." She added that the experience changed how she views an artist's role, stating that artists are supposed to be givers and influencers rather than takers.
The actress described money as a "complete game changer" and said she now views it as energy. She mentioned that the difficult phase did not make her fearful of money but instead taught her to trust her intentions.
Mukherjee said she believes it is time for her generation to stop worrying about appearances, such as make-up or entourages, and focus on self-expression. She recalled holding onto hope even when her savings were nearly exhausted.