The industry can be very unforgiving; that has taught me to mature quickly

Actor Saiee M Manjrekar, who was recently seen in Arjun Son of Vyjayanthi, returned to the big screen after nearly a year’s gap — something she says is an intentional choice in a time when most actors chase packed schedules.

- Yashika Mathur

The 23-year-old, who made her debut at 16 with Dabangg 3 (2019), says the film industry has shaped her outlook in significant ways. “The industry can be very unforgiving because every move is under a microscope. That has taught me to mature quickly and always bring my best to the table. When I started out, I didn’t pay attention to certain details that I now consider very important,” says Saiee, who is currently shoot