Upasana Singh’s Pinky Bua brought uproarious joy to The Kapil Sharma Show, but her absence has fans wondering. Now active in Punjabi movies, the actress breaks her silence on stepping away—and the broader battles facing entertainers.
No sour grapes here. Upasana cherishes the ‘beautiful times’ working with Kapil, whom she still sees as a little brother. Her role’s popularity rivals iconic film characters, but she believes it was divinely timed. Happiness for the team trumps any regret, and she’s game for a future comeback with the right opportunity.
Media whispers of feuds? Pure fiction, she clarifies.
Turning to her advocacy work with CINTAA, Upasana paints a stark picture. Artists endure payment delays, partial thefts by coordinators, and sporadic gigs. Mumbai’s high life costs make survival tough—many can’t even pay kids’ fees.
Lobbying ministries yields talks but little action; cinema veterans dodge the issues. Upasana’s post as General Secretary has made her a go-to for grievances.
Relief on horizon: Arun Govil pledges to rally ministers for payment reforms and shift limits. Twelve to fourteen-hour days without bonuses are unsustainable, she argues.
Upasana’s narrative blends personal reflection with industry critique, highlighting the pain beneath the applause. It’s a call to action for a fairer field where talent thrives without torment.