Mumbai, Nov 3 (NationPress) - Actress Sandhya Mridul recently opened up on her social media about her experiences from her time on the popular dance reality series, Jhalak Dikhlaa Jaa.

In a nostalgic post, Sandhya shared a memorable dance performance from the show, along with a reflective caption detailing behind-the-scenes incidents and an injury she endured just before the performance.

She recounted, "I can still picture that day vividly. Just before this performance, I had cracked a rib during a tough lift at the technical rehearsals. (Unfortunately, that part had to be omitted from the routine.)"

Continuing her story, she said, "The doctor advised me to sit this one out and suggested I disqualify myself. Both Rosa @anita.k.basu and Babu @babubasu expressed their concerns and urged me to prioritize my well-being. My choreographer Jav (@javed_sanadi) was in tears beside me, echoing the same sentiment. However, I had invested too much effort and progress to walk away now."

She went on to ask the doctor if there was any chance she could still perform. He replied, 'Only with a few injections, some bandaging, and a lot of determination, which you possess.' That was all the motivation she needed.

Speaking about her resilience, Sandhya shared, "Despite the pain in my ribs, I stepped onto that stage with passion in my heart. My expressions reflected a blend of discomfort and pure love for my craft. One of the judges remarked afterward, 'If this is you dancing in pain, I shudder to think how incredible you'd be without it.' That comment resonated with me. I learned a valuable lesson that day: while your body may stumble, your spirit can remain unyielding."

She concluded, "I’m not sure who else needs to hear this story today, but I certainly did. (And apologies for the failed props.)"

Recently, the actress gained attention for criticizing anti-aging scams that promise eternal youth.

In a candid video, Sandhya addressed the anti-aging trend without naming anyone, stating, "What’s all this fuss about anti-aging? Are you claiming to be God? Even He takes those who go overboard with anti-aging treatments!" hinting at the potential hazards associated with such procedures.

She further added, "Stop the nonsense! For years, the focus was on fairness and skin creams. Now it’s all about anti-aging. Will you address our hormonal health? No? It’s natural—so let's be real!"

Last week, she also expressed her frustrations about losing job opportunities due to a lack of 'sufficient social media followership.'

Sandhya stated, "I openly called out the casting industry, saying, 'This is the new norm: without followers, there are no jobs.'"

She questioned, "How can you become famous without a job? And how can you get a job without fame? Do you see the cycle? It’s a challenging situation."

She lamented, "Moreover, agents tell me, ‘Ma'am, that opportunity is out of your reach. Firstly, because you lack followers. Secondly, they say your appearance is too affluent. But it's not me; it’s the industry’s standards!"

She concluded her video with the poignant remark, "Without followers, you won't be famous. Without fame, there are no jobs, and thus, no income. So my appearance is only rich in illusion. That's the reality. Please assist!"

–IANS

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