Kangana Ranaut, a prominent actress in Indian cinema, is known for her bold choices and outspoken nature. With a career spanning over a decade, she has established herself as a leading actress and filmmaker, often challenging the norms of the film industry.
Kangana Ranaut recently made headlines by revealing that she has turned down several film offers featuring major Bollywood stars like

Ranbir Kapoor

and

Akshay Kumar

.

In a candid conversation on a podcast with Raj Shamani, she explained that her decisions were part of a conscious effort to redefine the roles available to women in the industry.
The ‘

Queen

’ actress emphasized her desire to set an example, asserting that actresses can achieve success without relying on the traditional star power of male leads.
During the podcast, Kangana articulated her reasons for declining films with the aforementioned actors, stating that she wanted to avoid the typical templates often associated with their projects. These films, she noted, frequently reduce female characters to mere supporting roles, with limited screen time and minimal dialogue. Specifically, she mentioned that “I said no to their films because their films are prototypes wherein the heroine will have two scenes and one song”

By refusing to participate in these productions, she aimed to challenge the industry’s status quo and promote the idea that female actors can thrive independently
Kangana acknowledged the kindness and professionalism of the Khans—Shah Rukh Khan,

Salman Khan

, and Aamir Khan—stating, “All Khans are very nice to me, they are very kind to me, and they have never misbehaved with me.” However, she believed that aligning herself with their films would perpetuate a narrative that diminishes the significance of female leads.

Kangana’s refusal to work with these A-listers is rooted in her commitment to female empowerment. She expressed a desire to be a role model for aspiring actresses, indicating that success does not solely depend on male co-stars.
She further explained, “I wanted to do my best for women who were going to come after me and no Khans can make you successful, no Khans can make you successful, no Kumar can make you successful, no Kapoor can make you successful. I said no to Ranbir Kapoor’s films, I said no to Akshay Kumar’s films. I didn’t want to be the prototype that only a hero can make a heroine successful.”
The actress also shared her insights for young performers entering the industry. She advised them to seize every opportunity early in their careers, stating, “When you have a say, then you do activism. Don’t do it before that.”
Kangana’s career choices reflect her commitment to female-centric narratives. After her breakout roles in films like Queen and Tanu Weds Manu, she has continued to pursue projects that prioritize women’s stories. Her filmography includes notable works such as Fashion and Thalaivii, which focus on strong female characters and do not rely on the presence of A-list male stars.
In her upcoming film,

Emergency

, Kangana takes on a significant role as late PM

Indira Gandhi

during a crucial period in Indian history. Not only is she starring in the film, but she is also directing it, further solidifying her position as a multifaceted talent in the industry.