Key Points
Shabana Azmi embraces food without strict diets
Advocates dignified healthcare for seniors
Reflects on her 160-film career
Stresses sensitivity towards the elderly
Revealing the habits, Shabana told IANS: "Well, being conscious of my health, walking regularly, I don't diet, I'm a big foodie. When I have to do it for a role, then I do it. So everything is for the role that is needed, I do that according to that."
"But because we are both creative people, we are very fortunate that we are still getting those opportunities," she added.
The actress, who graced the opening of Antara AGEasy, a holistic platform for seniors, also spoke about the biggest challenges the elderly face in accessing quality healthcare in India.
For Shabana, it is the lack of sensitivity.
"The lack of sensitivity all around and the kind of invisibility that is accorded to seniors. What we have to do is to change their perspective of them and ensure that they lead a dignified life and they have all the comforts that they will need available to them."
The 74-year-old actress has a career spanning over 160 films, mostly within independent and neorealist parallel cinema. She also has extended to mainstream films as well as a motley of international projects.
She is known for her portrayals of distinctive, often unconventional female characters across several genres. Shabana has won a record of five National Film Awards for Best Actress.
She has been honoured with the Padma Shri in 1998 and the Padma Bhushan in 2012.
The actress was last seen on screen in the movie "Ghoomer", a sports drama by R. Balki. It also stars Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher, and Angad Bedi.
Comments:
Ravi K.
Shabana Azmi is such an inspiration! 🎬 Her approach to food and health is so refreshing. It’s great to see someone in the industry not obsessing over diets.
Priya M.
I love how she balances her love for food with staying healthy. Walking regularly seems like such a simple yet effective habit. 👏
Carlos S.
It’s amazing how she’s still so active at 74! Her dedication to her craft and her health is truly inspiring. 💪
Aisha B.
Her point about the lack of sensitivity towards seniors is so important. We need to do better as a society. 🙏
Min J.
Shabana Azmi’s career is incredible! Over 160 films and still going strong. 🎥 She’s a legend in every sense.
Tunde O.
I admire her honesty about being a foodie. It’s nice to see someone in the spotlight who doesn’t conform to strict diet culture. 🍲
Maria L.
Her work in parallel cinema is groundbreaking. It’s inspiring to see her continue to take on meaningful roles. 🌟
