Mehwish Hayat has recently opened up on working in films across the border.
During an interview with Ek Din Geo Ke Sath, she mentioned how she refused numerous opportunities and offers that she got from Bollywood when Pakistani cinema was at its lowest, mainly due to the story or character.
Mehwish further added that in Bollywood, actors cannot even attend the premieres of their own films due to life-threatening situations.
She said there is no self-respect, but only money and fame, and she would choose her self-esteem over both.
“Honestly speaking Bollywood never fascinated me a lot and I think after the revival of Pakistani cinema I’ve got a lot of opportunities and recognition here so there’s no need to go to Bollywood in search of work,” Mehwish said.