Susmita Mukherjee discusses four-year financial struggle and debt of Rs 1 crore
The veteran actress shared how facing significant emotional trauma and debt changed her perspective on money and her role as an artist.
Veteran actress Susmita Mukherjee recently spoke about a difficult four-year period during which she faced a debt of Rs 1 crore. According to the Times of India, the ‘Nayyi Navelli’ actor shared that this period of financial trouble and emotional stress altered her views on fame and wealth.
Mukherjee told NDTV that she was experiencing trauma while stuck in a project that was not progressing and was away from theatre. She noted that these experiences changed how she perceives the role of an artist, stating that artists should be givers who influence people rather than takers.
The actress mentioned that she previously accepted roles in C-grade films to overcome her debt. She said that the four years of hardship did not make her afraid of money, but instead led her to view money as energy.
Mukherjee expressed that she now sees money as something to be shared. She also stated that she believes the universe responds to intention and recalled that even when her savings were down to her last thousand rupees, she maintained hope.
Regarding her current outlook, the actress said it is time for her generation to stop worrying about appearances, such as makeup or entourages, and focus on self-expression.