Banita Sandhu, the Indian-origin actress known for her roles in films like October and Sardar Udham, has made a significant move to India, signaling her commitment to the Bollywood industry. After spending much of her life in Wales, Banita recently relocated to India, and she sees it as a step forward in her career. “I think me just even shifting here shows my commitment and focus to this industry,” she shared. “India feels like a second home to me, so this move doesn’t feel like a leap into the unknown—it feels like I’m coming home.”
Navigating Cultural Differences
Though Banita grew up in the UK, she has felt embraced by the Indian film industry since her arrival. Reflecting on her experience, she mentioned that India welcomed her without discrimination: “There’s been no discrimination at all in terms of where I’m from. I would say I’ve probably faced more discrimination in the West being a brown working actress there,” she said. “I’ve definitely lost out on roles because of the way I look.” Despite this, Banita remains positive about her transition to Indian cinema and feels at home in the country.
Banita’s Impact
Banita also made a brief appearance in the widely popular American series Bridgerton, which garnered significant attention even in India. She expressed her pride in representing India on such a global platform: “The people here are the best. I never expected to have that response but just to feel the warmth and love, it’s an incredible feeling. I’m so proud to be Indian and represent our country.”
Banita Sandhu Talks Career, Music Video, And Public Scrutiny
Aside from her acting career, Banita recently gained attention for her appearance in AP Dhillon’s music video With You. The video introduced a more light-hearted and fun side of her, which contrasted with her previous serious roles. She reflected on her time in the industry: “People forget that it takes a long time to shoot a project. So, you can’t be on screen every week.” She was pleased by the positive reception of the music video, noting, “It was a fun new avatar of me, and I’m so glad it was received so well because I was worried that people were going to be like, ‘wait, what?’”
Relationship Rumors With AP Dhillon: ‘It’s Just Noise’
Rumors about a relationship between Banita and singer AP Dhillon have been circulating ever since their music video collaboration. When asked about the speculation, Banita remained focused on her work and dismissed the rumors as “just noise,” choosing not to elaborate further. “My focus is work and everything else is just noise,” she stated, maintaining a strong focus on her career over public gossip.
