Mrunal Thakur Birthday: From Body Shaming and Mental Health Struggles to Bollywood Success

Every year, August 1st marks the birthday of an actress who has made her mark on the world of television and the big screen-Mrunal Thakur.

Her beauty, hard work, and acting chops have made her mark in a very short time. In this article, we'll explore her life, career, and some lesser-known facts.

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I already loved acting

Mrunal Thakur was born on August 1, 1992, in Nagpur, Maharashtra. She completed her schooling in Mumbai and then earned a bachelor's degree in mass communication. Since childhood, Mrunal was inclined towards art, acting, and theater, but she always prioritized her studies.

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Journey from TV to Bollywood

Mrunal Thakur first gained recognition with Star Plus' popular serial "Mujhse Kuch Kehti... Ye Khamoshiyan" (2012). She then played the role of Bulbul in "Kumkum Bhagya" (2014), a role that captured the hearts of many. After establishing a strong foothold in the television world, Mrunal turned to Bollywood. She made her Hindi debut with "Love Sonia" (2018), playing the emotional and powerful role of a trafficking victim. This film brought Mrunal international recognition.

Mrinal's major films

Super 30 (2019): This film of Mrinal with Hrithik Roshan proved to be a big hit.
Batla House (2019): This film with John Abraham was also in the news.
Jersey (2022): Mrunal played a sensitive role in this sports drama opposite Shahid Kapoor.
Mrinal's versatility was also showcased through projects like Gumrah, Aatma, and The Family Man (cameo in the series).

I wanted to be a crime reporter.

Mrinal Thakur's parents wanted her to become a dentist, and she even passed the exam for it. However, after receiving her father's permission, Mrinal enrolled in a journalism course. She wanted to become a crime reporter. Mrinal was inspired to become a crime reporter by a family friend, a news anchor for a Marathi channel. He had covered the Mumbai terrorist attacks.

His parents did not like him to pursue a career in acting.

Mrinal began receiving acting offers while still studying. Initially, her parents were against her acting career, as it was affecting her studies. At the time, Mrinal had to juggle both work and college, but when this began to impact her studies, her father urged her to focus solely on the show.

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I used to think about committing suicide by jumping off a train

In an interview with Ranveer Allahabadia, Mrunal Thakur said, "I used to travel standing near the gate of a local train. There was a time when, due to lack of work, I considered committing suicide by jumping off the train. I knew it wasn't right, but when you lose courage, such thoughts keep coming back to you. I want to say that patience is your best friend and it helps you."

Turning point in career with 'Love Sonia'

A turning point in Mrunal Thakur's career came when she signed the Indo-American film "Love Sonia" in 2018. This film marked her international debut. In the film, Mrunal played a young woman who returns to the city in search of her sister and is forced into prostitution. Her powerful performance in the film was widely praised. Today, she is considered one of Bollywood's most successful actresses.

Facing body shaming

Mrunal Thakur has revealed several times that she has faced body shaming in the entertainment industry. In an interview with The Indian Express, the actress said, "Once, when I met someone, he said, 'Hey Mrunal, you're not sexy at all.' I asked him if he was talking about the character or me. He said that the character is sexy, but he doesn't see anything sexy in me. I said, 'Sir, please do a look test.'"

Called a village girl

Mrunal Thakur further said, 'When a photographer came for the look test, on seeing me he said in Marathi, 'Who is this village girl?' However, he later apologized.

Called 'Matka' because of her figure

Speaking to Times Now, Mrunal Thakur said, "People called me 'Matka' because of my figure. I was subjected to nasty comments on my body and appearance on social media. I was trolled for my curvy figure."

Travelled by local train and bus

During her struggling days, Mrinal used to travel by Mumbai's local train. In an interview, Mrinal said, "In those days, I lived in the city. To come to Andheri, I would take the local train from the city to Wadala, change trains there for Andheri, and then take a bus from Andheri station to Infinity Mall. All auditions were held in Andheri. Once there, I would change my dress in the bathroom of Infinity Mall, then go for the audition."

Personal life

Mrunal Thakur is very discreet about her personal life. However, she does share photos and personal moments with her family on social media. Her brother and sister are also academically excellent.

Fitness and Lifestyle

Mrunal's fitness is also a key to her beauty. She regularly practices yoga, dance, and Pilates. She also follows a healthy diet and inspires her fans to stay fit.

Upcoming movies

Mrunal Thakur will be seen in several major projects in the coming days. Her highly anticipated film, " Pooja Meri Jaan," is a thriller in which she plays a key role alongside Huma Qureshi. The film is complete and is set to release digitally on ZEE5 soon. Additionally, Mrunal is also part of director Atlee's mega-budget cosmic action film "Raaka" (working title: AA22), alongside superstar Allu Arjun. This high-profile film is being produced on a grand scale and is considered one of the most ambitious projects of Mrunal's career.

FAQs

1. When and where was Mrinal Thakur born?

Mrinal Thakur was born on1 August 1992 in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

2. Which show gave Mrinal Thakur her first big recognition on TV?

She gained recognition in every household through her role ofBulbul in 'Kumkum Bhagya'.

3. Which was Mrinal Thakur's Bollywood debut film?

She entered Bollywood with 'Love Sonia' (2018).

4. Which film became the turning point of Mrinal Thakur's career?

'Love Sonia'is considered the biggest turning point of his career.

5. What did Mrunal Thakur want to become before acting?

She wanted to becomea crime reporterand that is why she chose to study journalism.