Kalki Koechlin on Motherhood, Social Media, ZNMD & YJHD | Bani Anand

In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast, Bani Anand sits down with the ever-versatile Kalki Koechlin for an interview that is both insightful and inspiring. From her unforgettable performances in 'Dev.D' to the beloved characters in 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' and 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani', Kalki opens up about crafting a career on her own terms. Kalki Koechlin reflects on the price of staying true to her art, embracing theatre, and raising her child. She also discusses the dichotomy of fame, where her grounded lifestyle often surprises fans. Kalki Koechlin reflects on the challenging phases in her career, from the post-'Dev.D' low, during which she focused on theatre and co-wrote 'Skeleton Woman', to facing typecasting and rejecting repetitive roles after hits like 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' and 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani'. Despite setbacks, these lulls fuelled her creativity, leading to projects like 'The Elephant in the Womb'. Kalki also opens up about a tough period of personal and professional strain, including a lack of work, housing struggles, and caring for her sick mother, while navigating divorce and financial pressure. In this candid interview, Kalki Koechlin opens up about recognising when it’s time to walk away from a relationship, sharing how letting go led to some of the most transformative moments of her life. Kalki Koechlin discusses the impact of social media on professional opportunities, sharing how some friends lost jobs due to fewer followers. Reflecting on her career before social media, she highlights the challenges young actors face today. The podcast also explores the negative effects of social media on children and teens, including anxiety, unrealistic beauty standards, and mental health issues. In this podcast, Kalki Koechlin discusses her iconic role as Natasha in 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', the myths surrounding her character, and her thoughts on relationships and self-growth. She also reflects on the end of 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' and shares her role in 'Made in Heaven' Season 2. Kalki gives insights into her latest project, 'Ghost Hunters', a paranormal thriller, and reveals how she unwinds with shows like 'Hacks' and 'Fleabag'. (01:30) The price of living life on her own terms (03:35) On 'ZNMD’ and 'YJHD’ (04:07) On Theatre (05:14) Relationship with money (09:09) Lows of life (12:56) Saying no to work (15:11) When everything fell apart for her (17:33) On walking out of her relationship (19:19) Meaning of self-work (24:08) On motherhood (26:13) On her book (27:41) On unlearning (29:18) On her daughter (32:30) Social media (35:02) The effect of social media on kids (37:45) On the beauty standards set by social media (39:32) On trolls (40:50) On water birthing (44:13) On recovery after giving birth (46:10) What does being a celebrity mean to her? (50:00) On her character Natasha in 'ZNMD' (53:03) On the ending of 'YJHD' (55:09) On 'Made in Heaven' (55:56) What she is working on currently (57:09) How does Kalki unwind AfterHours? Follow Kalki on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kalkikanmani/ Follow Bani on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bani.g.anand/ Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allabouteve_in/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutevein/ Website: https://allabouteve.co.in/ #kalki #kalkikoechlin #zindaginamilegidobara #yehjawanihaidiwani #interview #bollywood #entertainment #podcast #podcasting #podcasts #interview #interviews #devd #trending #bollywoodinterview

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