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Making it on your own in Bollywood is challenging: Yami

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By Durga Chakravarty
New Delhi, March 2 (IANS) In an industry where a slew of star children are gearing up for their launch into Hindi filmdom, actress Yami Gautam says making it in Bollywood all by herself has been challenging.

Born in a Himachali family, Yami ventured into Bollywood in 2012 with “Vicky Donor” and has since featured in hits like “Badlapur” and “Kaabil”. She also did movies like “Total Siyappa” and “Sarkar 3”.

Talking about her career, Yami told IANS: “I am just working and looking ahead. I am a very focused person. Of course, I feel very happy. There was I time when I Youtubed myself and looked at my old ads when I was absolutely new.”

“But having said that I am very happy and proud because making it on your own in this industry it is very challenging. It is not that easy. But I love that challenge.”

The “Sanam Re” actress says the challenge gives her a high and she is happy to establish her presence “slowly and steadily”.

“I am a very ambitious girl. So I know where I have to reach… it’s just about taking those steps and never stopping,” she added.

Actors, after delivering a hit, go on a signing spree. But in her case, that did not happen. Is it because Yami is picky?

“I won’t call it picky but it is just that I have never believed in work which I don’t feel from my heart. My choices may have been wrong also, but that is okay. I must have had reasons of doing a certain film… it’s not that I am selective or something,” Yami said.

The actress, 29, also aspires to try her hand at all possible genres.

“I would like to explore as many genres as possible. Versatility is the key. I want to be a versatile actor and I want to work with directors who believe in me… I am really looking forward in doing such films and surprise myself and my audience every time I work,” she added.

She will next be seen in the upcoming film “Batti Gul Meter Chalu” with actor Shahid Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor.

Ego wars are often heard of with two actresses in a film. What does she have to say?

“I think such notions are just absolutely blown out of proportion to another level… I think in today’s time, it’s all about work and focusing at your own self and being secure at what you are doing.

“There is competition obviously, but at the same time, there is room for everybody to express themselves and be themselves and exploit the potential to the maximum,” Yami said.

On Shraddha, Yami said: “We have never worked before; we do met occasionally socially. She is a lovely girl and I am looking forward to working with her.”

(Durga Chakravarty can be contacted at [email protected])

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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma

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World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.

Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.

During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.

On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”

Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.

It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.

Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.

Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”

On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”

The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.

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