Konkona Sen Sharma, the darling of parallel cinema and National Award recipient, is in the spotlight with ‘Accused’ streaming on Netflix from February 27. Ahead of the release, she bared her soul on self-perception, stardom’s illusions, and the power of honest self-assessment.
In promotional talks, Konkona expressed unease with self-titling. ‘The world’s gaze differs from my own. I shy away from identity labels, viewing myself as an everyday learner navigating life. The artist moniker rings hollow at times.’
Self-scrutiny, she believes, is invaluable. ‘Introspection and critique foster betterment. Perfectionism is illusory; true advancement comes from probing weaknesses, learning from missteps, and refining perspectives dynamically.’
On fame’s double edge, she observed, ‘Image control is limited—shaped by societal lenses, press, and viewers. Preoccupation with perception distances us from essence. Cultivate inner fortitude to weather external judgments.’
Evolution demands reinvention. ‘Rigid personas impede growth for creators and humans alike. Mental tranquility trumps validation; I heed my core instincts.’ Konkona’s insights, paired with ‘Accused’, reaffirm her as a thoughtful force in entertainment.