'I Felt Naked': Moushumi Chatterjee Recalls Breaking Down Over Backless Blouse In Her Film
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Moushumi Chatterjee recalls breaking down over revealing outfit on set.
Veteran actress Moushumi Chatterjee has always been known for being outspoken and standing her ground when it comes to her values. With a career spanning over 25 years in the film industry, the actress has worked with top names — but never without setting her personal boundaries first.
One such boundary, as she revealed recently, was refusing to wear revealing outfits on screen. Moushumi began her acting career at the age of 16 and stuck to wearing suits or sarees, steering clear of any outfit that exposed too much skin. She made it clear that she wasn't comfortable wearing clothes with plunging necklines.
In a candid chat with Filmfare, Moushumi shared an emotional memory from a film set where she was handed an outfit that deeply upset her. 'Seeing those clothes, I felt as if I had become naked. But then my husband explained to me and I completed that film," she recalled.
The outfit in question was designed by renowned costume designer Mani J. Rabadi, who gave her a backless blouse and a short skirt. The moment she saw it, she broke down in tears.
The actress also opened up about passing on a major film offer due to a similar reason. She was offered a role in Dharmendra's film Guddi, but she turned it down when she found out the character had to wear a short skirt.
The film later went to Jaya Bachchan and turned out to be a huge hit. Despite the missed opportunity, Moushumi remained firm on her principles.
About Moushumi Chatterjee
Moushumi Chatterjee is a respected veteran actress in Indian cinema, known for her work in Hindi and Bengali films. She became popular in the 1970s and 1980s with her natural acting style and versatile roles. Moushumi was able to portray a wide range of characters, from serious to fun. She stayed true to her craft and didn't let challenges in the film industry stop her. Known for her strong personality, she has been an inspiration to many and remains a respected figure in cinema.
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