How Does Masaba Gupta Cope with Rejection?

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Key Takeaways
- Resilience is essential in overcoming rejection.
- Emotional sensitivity can be viewed as a superpower.
- Remembering moments of acceptance can help navigate feelings of defeat.
- Hard work is crucial in facing life's challenges.
- Support from family, especially single parents, can shape a strong foundation.
Mumbai, Sep 5 (NationPress) Renowned Bollywood designer Masaba Gupta took to her social media platform today to share her thoughts on dealing with rejection, the tendency to forget pain “too quickly”, and the belief that “putting in effort” is the key to overcoming challenges.
In her post, Masaba remarked, “I want to take a moment to discuss feelings and rejection. Throughout my 16-year journey, I have faced numerous rejections (most recently three in the past two weeks).”
She expressed her gratitude for the ability to cherish the moments when she was ACCEPTED. “I do not allow rejections to defeat me (my mother says I forget pain too quickly); I am an emotional entrepreneur who experiences everything intensely. Many have ridiculed this trait, yet I view ‘feeling deeply’ as a superpower. Our only responsibility is to keep trying, and to try hard,” she concluded.
The designer and entrepreneur, daughter of Bollywood icon Neena Gupta, has endured a challenging yet resilient upbringing.
For those unfamiliar, Masaba Gupta is the offspring of Neena Gupta and West Indies cricket legend Vivian Richards. Although Neena and Vivian never married, Neena bravely chose to raise Masaba as a single mother in the 1980s, standing firm against societal judgment.
Neena Gupta's father played a crucial role in equipping her to be strong and capable of navigating life's challenges. Despite being primarily raised by her grandfather while Neena worked to provide, Masaba holds immense appreciation and respect for her mother.
Years ago, Masaba ventured into acting with a show centered around her life, aptly titled Masaba Masaba, in which she starred alongside Neena Gupta. On a personal note, Masaba married actor Satydeep Mishra in 2023, and the couple welcomed a daughter named Matara in October 2024.