“Typecasting Can Hold You Back”: Manushi Chhillar Reflects on Her Roles

Manushi Chhillar Is Done Being Typecast — Here’s What She Wants Next

Actor Manushi Chhillar, who was last seen in the action-thriller Maalik alongside Rajkummar Rao, has shared her thoughts on the ongoing challenge of being typecast in Bollywood. In a recent interview, the actress opened up about her experiences navigating the film industry and how repeated casting in similar roles can be both validating and limiting.

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“Typecasting in films is both praise and a hurdle,” said Manushi, highlighting the double-edged nature of being consistently seen in action-driven roles. While such casting often comes as a result of prior success, it can also restrict an actor’s creative growth.

Since her cinematic debut with Samrat Prithviraj, where she played a traditional and regal character, Manushi Chhillar has largely been seen in intense, performance-heavy roles. But now, the former Miss World is actively working to break out of that image and embrace more varied characters that challenge her range.

She emphasized the importance of collaborating with filmmakers who are open to casting against type.

“Working with directors who aren’t afraid to experiment is key,” Manushi noted. “It allows you to explore new shades and sides of yourself as a performer.”

Manushi’s comments strike a chord in a broader conversation happening across the industry — where many rising actors are speaking out about the need for fresh narratives, inclusive storytelling, and creative risks.