Avika Gor Cherishes Being Called Anandi Even After 18 Years
Avika Gor Cherishes Being Called Anandi After 18 Years

For audiences, Avika Gor continues to remain synonymous with Anandi from the TV show Balika Vadhu, which she starred in at a very young age. Nearly 18 years later, she says people still address her by the character's name — something she cherishes. "I feel so proud. I don't want people to stop calling me that. In an actor's life, very few characters get the opportunity to become part of someone's family. I love being Anandi, and I would want that till the end of time," she says.

Reassessing Her Career Path

Working as a child actor also meant there were moments when she questioned whether acting was truly what she wanted to pursue in the long term. She admits there was a phase during her college days when she consciously stepped away to reassess her priorities. "I took a break and eventually realised that acting was what I wanted to pursue after all. People have seen my journey — from getting married on screen at an early age to now being married in real life, so having my life in the public eye doesn't affect me," she says.

Honesty About Struggles and Beliefs

The actress also points out that she has always tried to be honest about her struggles and beliefs. She adds, "I've spoken about my transformation, about hating myself and the journey of starting to like myself. I've rejected endorsements of products I don't believe in. I've always been honest about who I am."

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