Veteran actor Anita Kanwal says savings will run out in a year

Veteran television and film actor Anita Kanwal, 59, has said she faces a severe financial crisis and that her savings could run out within a year. In an interview, Kanwal said she urgently needs work for both income and mental wellbeing. She added that despite reaching out to casting directors and going for auditions, she has not received substantial offers. Some casting calls still ask her to play a 21-year-old character, she said.

Kanwal said she never auditioned earlier in her career and landed roles purely on talent. She is now posting twice daily on Instagram to build a social-media presence, but said reels alone cannot replace a professional income. Kanwal began her TV career with Chanakya (1991) and gained fame from Banegi Apni Baat (1995) and has done 50 to 60 shows and several films. She starred in Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1991) with Shah Rukh Khan and Gangaajal (2003). Kanwal said her children want to support her but she does not want to take money from her children.