Indian actress Tamannaah Bhatia, who met fans at City Centre Deira during Diwali weekend, has a message for anyone who thinks they can tell her how to run her life: don't bother.
The actress, who began working at just 15, has spent years navigating the unpredictable world of Indian cinema. Now, as she expands her footprint beyond films and into fine jewellery, she's making it clear that the woman behind the glamorous image has always called her own shots.
"I was 15 when I started to work, and I decided to become an actor. I don't think anyone has been able to dictate what I did professionally or personally," Tamannaah told us.
"I feel like I've always been that person who's been, you know, the risk taker, the one who's done exactly what my heart called out for. So, yeah, nothing changes. Still, still the same thing."
It's a striking declaration from an actress who has worked across Hindi, Tamil and Telugu cinema and is now adding entrepreneur to her already crowded CV.
We caught up with Tamannaah at an event organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) as part of the city's Diwali celebrations.
The festival of lights may be behind us, but her visit offered a glimpse into the many worlds she now straddles: cinema, commerce and…
