Mumbai, Dec 31 (NationPress) The renowned Bollywood star Madhuri Dixit recently shared her thoughts on her early experiences in the film industry.

In a candid conversation with IANS, she reflected on a period when luxury and comfort were nearly absent on film sets. Recalling her time shooting in locations like Ooty, Madhuri described how both actors and crew members had to adapt without the convenience of vanity vans and proper facilities, with hairdressers and assistants enduring the elements to ensure everyone was stage-ready.

While she values the enthusiasm that characterized those earlier times, Madhuri confesses she prefers not to look back too often. Nevertheless, the ‘Devdas’ actress emphasized that the sacrifices made during that era stemmed from a profound passion for their craft.

Madhuri Dixit expressed, “When we were working in Ooty, we would often seek out a jungle to film in. Our hairdressers would stand with shawls to shield us from the weather. I don't wish to reminisce about those days; they were quite challenging... But despite it all, we had a great time. We truly loved our work, and that love united us, leading us to willingly make those sacrifices. At that time, we didn't even realize they were sacrifices; it was just our way of life.”

The 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun' star also discussed how the filmmaking landscape has transformed over the years, reflecting on her journey from her debut film “Abodh” to her latest project, the drama “Mrs Deshpande.”

When asked about her experiences with direction in the 1980s and 1990s, and how filmmaking has changed from “Abodh” to “Mrs Deshpande,” Madhuri contemplated the evolution of the industry.

“Back then, there were only a handful of organized producers, like Yash Chopra, B R Chopra, Subhash Ghai, Rajshri Productions, and a few others, making the rest rather disorganized. Today, the industry is much more structured. In the past, we relied heavily on spontaneity; nowadays, we can prepare for roles more thoroughly. We receive scripts along with amenities such as RVs, where we can relax between shots or get ready. In those earlier days, we would sit outside under the sun with just an umbrella for shade,” Madhuri elaborated.