Archive · 16 Aug 2026
Sanjay Dutt's Candid Admission Eased Vidya Balan's Nerves on Parineeta
A famous actress named Vidya Balan was getting ready to film a very emotional scene for a movie called Parineeta.
She felt scared and nervous.
Her co-star, Sanjay Dutt, came close and told her he was nervous too.
He said the moment felt awkward for him as well.
Hearing that helped Vidya feel calmer and less alone.
A psychologist says being honest about our feelings takes courage.
When people share their worries, it helps us feel safe and close to each other.
The psychologist also gave tips: start with kind people, share small feelings, and be proud of being human.
Showing our true feelings is not a weakness.
It is like a superpower that brings people together.
Vidya Balan recalled that Sanjay Dutt said "This is awkward for me too" before an intense scene on Parineeta.
The candid admission broke the tension and helped Balan feel seen, understood, and supported.
Balan shared the story in a candid chat with The Hollywood Reporter India.
Psychologist Rutuja Walawalkar of Mpower said vulnerability creates psychological safety and builds connection.
Walawalkar advised opening up by starting with safe people, using small moments, and validating emotions.
- Who
- Actors Vidya Balan and Sanjay Dutt, with commentary from psychologist Rutuja Walawalkar
- What
- Sanjay Dutt admitted he was nervous before an intense Parineeta scene, which eased Vidya Balan's nerves
- When
- During the filming of Parineeta; recalled in a recent candid chat with The Hollywood Reporter India
- Where
- On the set of Parineeta; the recollection was shared in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India
- Why
- His honest admission created emotional safety and connection, which the article says is the strength of vulnerability
- Film
- Parineeta
- Key Moment
- Sanjay Dutt told Vidya Balan, "This is awkward for me too"
- Scene Context
- One of Vidya Balan's first and most emotionally intense intimate scenes
- Interview Outlet
- The Hollywood Reporter India
- Expert Comment
- Rutuja Walawalkar, Psychologist at Mpower, Aditya Birla Education Trust
- Key Concept
- Psychological safety
- Vulnerability Tips
- Start with safe people, use small moments, validate emotions, let go of perfectionism, know your boundaries