In a video shared on Instagram, the actress clarified that her remarks about how long she could sustain herself without earning were taken out of context, urging news channels not to sensationalise her personal life.
The interview, which took place around six months ago, featured Vicky Lalwani asking Anita how long she could manage with the money she had if she stopped earning. The actress reportedly answered that she could sustain herself for approximately one and a half years. Following the interview’s renewed circulation, her statement attracted attention, with some interpreting it as an appeal for work.
Addressing the controversy, Anita explained that the interview was not recent and that her professional circumstances had evolved since then. She revealed that she now earns through Instagram reels, collaborations and her work in micro-dramas.
In her Instagram caption, Anita wrote, “Dear news channels pl do not sensationalise someone’s personal life by misconstruing their words. Your new about me being in a financial mess is a total play of words. If u wanted to give such a news u shud have given the full section of the interview.”
The actress also addressed the larger conversation surrounding actors seeking work. Referring to Amitabh Bachchan’s well-known struggles during difficult phases of his career, she questioned why actresses face criticism for openly discussing their professional challenges or asking for opportunities.
Anita acknowledged that she had made some wrong investment decisions, adding that financial mistakes can happen to anyone. However, she objected to her earlier comments being presented as evidence of her current financial condition.
Her clarification highlights a larger issue within the entertainment industry: the stigma attached to actors speaking candidly about money, career uncertainties and the need for work. By sharing her perspective, Anita has urged media outlets to present the complete context of an interview rather than draw conclusions from isolated statements.
