Mahima Chaudhry opens up on change in Bollywood, says earlier 'people only wanted a virgin who had not kissed'

Mahima Chaudhry made a sensational entry into Bollywood in the 1997 release Pardes and became an overnight star.

New Delhi: Actress Mahima Chaudhry might have been missing in action on-screen for a long time but her fans still adore her for being herself and not really shying away from speaking her mind. Pardes star in her recent interview opened up on how Bollywood has changed now for female actors. 

In an interview with Hindustan Times, Mahima Chaudhry said, "I think the industry is getting to a position where female actors are also calling the shots. They getter better parts, better pay, endorsements, they’re at a great and much powerful position. They have a longer shelf life than before."

Talking about the earlier days, Mahima added, "The minute you started dating someone, people would write you off because they only wanted a virgin who had not kissed. If you were dating someone, it was like, ‘Oh! She’s dating!’. If you were married, then forget it, your career was over, and if you had a child, it was like absolutely over."