Deepika Singh: An actress above 35 leading a show shouldn’t be called brave casting
The sudden end of Mangal Lakshmi after more than two years has left lead actor Deepika Singh disappointed, especially as the show was exploring a new romantic track. Calling the decision unexpected, she says the set had become like a second home. Reflecting on her longevity as a leading lady, Deepika credits years of disciplined practice in Odissi, martial arts and studying classical texts rather than luck. She also believes television is gradually becoming more accepting of women headlining shows beyond their mid-30s, adding that motherhood, marriage and age should not define an actor’s place in storytelling.
The sudden end of Mangal Lakshmi after more than two years has left lead actor Deepika Singh disappointed, especially as the show was exploring a new romantic track. Calling the decision unexpected, she says the set had become like a second home. Reflecting on her longevity as a leading lady, Deepika credits years of disciplined practice in Odissi, martial arts and studying classical texts rather than luck. She also believes television is gradually becoming more accepting of women headlining shows beyond their mid-30s, adding that motherhood, marriage and age should not define an actor’s place in storytelling.
