Fatima Sana Shaikh Opens Up About Her Struggles as a Child Artist in Bollywood

Fatima Sana Shaikh, best known for her role in Aamir Khan’s blockbuster film Dangal, recently opened up about the difficult experiences she faced as a child artist. In a candid interview with Filmfare, she shared the emotional and mental challenges she had to go through during her early years in the industry.

🎬 Faced an Uncomfortable Environment on Sets

Fatima recalled how she often found herself in uncomfortable situations while working on film sets as a child. She said that many conversations around her were not suitable for children, and she didn’t understand what was going on at that time.

“The atmosphere made me feel uneasy,” Fatima revealed, explaining that the film sets didn’t always feel safe or child-friendly.

🧒 Lost Touch with Childhood Moments

The actress also talked about how being a child artist means missing out on childhood. Spending long hours on set often kept her away from family, school, and friends.

Fatima admitted that she deeply missed school during those years. This emotional gap eventually led her to take a break from acting for a while.

🛑 A Call for Change in the Industry

Fatima believes the industry needs to improve the way it treats child artists. She said there should be better safety and support systems on sets.

She suggested:

• Shorter working hours for kids
• A supportive and respectful environment
• More attention to the mental well-being of young actors

“My time as a child artist wasn’t very pleasant,” she said, urging for thoughtful changes in the system.

🎥 Her Early Work in Films

Fatima began her career at a young age. Her first role was in the film Chachi 420, where she acted alongside Kamal Haasan. She also appeared in other movies like Dilwale (1994) and Khamoshi: The Musical as a child.

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However, it was Dangal (2016) that brought her into the spotlight as an adult actress. Her performance as wrestler Geeta Phogat received high praise and made her a household name across India.

⭐ Final Words

Fatima Sana Shaikh’s story is a reminder that glamour often hides real struggles, especially for children in the industry. Her honesty shines a light on the need for safer and healthier work environments for all young artists in Bollywood.