After becoming a household name as Veera in Ek Veer Ki Ardaas… Veera, Digangana Suryavanshi stepped away from television in 2017 to pursue films. Despite the shift, she continues to hold that phase of her career close to her heart. She says, “I love television. I was five when I first dreamt of being on screen, and once I achieved that, it led to new aspirations. I see it as my responsibility to honour those dreams. I have no regrets.”
Transition to Hindi Films
Digangana made her Hindi film debut with FryDay and later appeared in Jalebi. While the latter came with high expectations and did not perform as anticipated, she chooses to look at the experience with perspective. She shares, “I prefer to see the glass as half full. I got the opportunity to debut in Hindi films at the age of 21, and that is something I value.”
Venturing into South Indian Cinema
In recent years, much of her work has been in the South Indian film industry, a shift that, she says, happened organically. She explains, “It was not something I planned. It happened one film after another. The expression is different, and so are the narratives. I have been fortunate to work with people who helped me discover my potential as an actor, from learning lines in a language I did not understand to playing layered roles. Nativity influences performance, the approach to a character, and everything around it.”
Challenges in Hindi Cinema
She adds that building a career in Hindi cinema comes with its own challenges. She says, “It is a tough and highly competitive space. You really have to love what you do to keep going. There is no fixed roadmap. You learn and find your way along the journey.”
Entrepreneurial Venture: Healthy Naari
Beyond acting, Digangana Suryavanshi has also ventured into entrepreneurship in the women’s health and hygiene space with Healthy Naari, offering products such as sanitary napkins and period cramp relief oil. “I wanted to explore business after completing my MBA. After considering different ideas, this felt right. Many women still use products that contain harsh chemicals and synthetic materials. We aim to create 100 percent organic, skin-friendly menstrual hygiene products. It gives me a sense of purpose,” she concludes.
