Daijiworld Media Network - Mumbai

Mumbai, Nov 21: Fresh from the release of Delhi Crime Season 3, acclaimed actor Shefali Shah opened up about her journey—from playing a mother at 28 to leading one of India’s most celebrated international series, winning National Awards and earning Emmy nominations.

Shefali candidly reflected on her early choices, especially playing Akshay Kumar’s mother in Waqt despite being younger than him. “If I had to watch Waqt again now, I would die of embarrassment,” she laughed, acknowledging that she lacked the cinematic maturity she has today.

The turning point, she says, was Delhi Crime, which changed not just her career but her entire approach to acting. “My way of working changed drastically. It rewired my craft,” Shefali said.

After Waqt, she had decide

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