Mousmi Chouhan
New Delhi, Dec 28 . The popular Sony SAB TV show ‘Pushpa Impossible’ has taken a seven-year leap, showcasing its titular character, Pushpa, in a completely new avatar, as a lawyer.
In an exclusive interview with ., actress Karuna Pandey, who plays Pushpa, spoke about how the storyline reflects the struggles and aspirations of countless Indian women.
Pushpa’s journey resonates with many Indian women who face challenges in pursuing their dreams. Born and raised in Gujarat with education only up to the seventh standard, married young, and having lost both her parents, Pushpa overcame personal and societal hurdles to rebuild her life.
Her story mirrors the reality of women who strive to achieve something meaningful despite obstacles.
“This leap sends a powerful message,” Karuna explained. “Pushpa started her education late, built her career later, and became a lawyer. It shows there is no age limit to learning, dreaming, or pursuing a career. If Pushpa can do it, anyone can.”
“The current position of Pushpa as a lawyer is deeply rooted in her emotions,” Karuna said.
“She has always wanted to do something for people and uplift society. Becoming a lawyer gave her the direction to channel her desire to help the needy. It wasn’t just a career choice, it was an emotional decision.”
Karuna has spoken extensively about women’s empowerment, late-life education, and changing aspirations during a recent interaction, drawing attention to the realities faced by many Indian women across age groups and social backgrounds.
Reflecting on women who restart their lives after years of struggle, Pandey said, “emotional strength often becomes the driving force behind such transformations.”
According to her, “many women want to contribute meaningfully to society but are held back by circumstances until they find the right opportunity or direction.”
Highlighting the social realities faced by women from modest backgrounds, Pandey pointed out that limited education, early marriage, lack of family support, and emotional isolation continue to restrict women’s choices.
She noted that many women prioritise family stability over personal growth, only to rediscover their own ambitions later in life after facing loss, abandonment, or financial responsibility.
Pandey emphasised that education plays a critical role in self-reliance and confidence, especially for women who were unable to pursue studies earlier due to social or economic constraints.
She said that standing on one’s own feet, financially and emotionally, often becomes a turning point in reclaiming identity and independence.
Addressing women who feel it may be “too late” to start again, Pandey stressed that there is no age limit to learning, dreaming, or rebuilding a career.
She added that delayed beginnings should not be viewed as failures, but as evidence of resilience and determination shaped by life experience.
Pandey urged women to focus on their strengths rather than what they lack. She encouraged prioritising mental well-being, staying positive, and moving forward without being weighed down by negativity, adding that self-care and compassion, towards people as well as animals,are essential for a balanced and fulfilling life.
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