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Yami Gautam Reveals She Was Ready to Quit Bollywood Before 'Uri' Success, Blames Favouritism
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 02 Aug 2026, 10:19 AM
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Actress Yami Gautam has said she was on the verge of quitting Bollywood before her film Uri became a hit, blaming industry favouritism for the emotional strain.
Actress Yami Gautam recently shared that she was close to quitting Bollywood before her film Uri achieved success. She attributed her emotional distress to what she perceived as industry favouritism.
Gautam explained that the lack of support and recognition early in her career left her feeling undervalued. She said that the experience of being overlooked pushed her to consider stepping away from the film industry.
The actress added that the success of Uri finally changed her perspective, providing a platform that validated her talent. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to showcase her abilities on a larger scale.
Despite the challenges, Gautam remains committed to her craft and continues to work on new projects, hoping to inspire others facing similar hurdles.
Gautam explained that the lack of support and recognition early in her career left her feeling undervalued. She said that the experience of being overlooked pushed her to consider stepping away from the film industry.
The actress added that the success of Uri finally changed her perspective, providing a platform that validated her talent. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to showcase her abilities on a larger scale.
Despite the challenges, Gautam remains committed to her craft and continues to work on new projects, hoping to inspire others facing similar hurdles.