Exclusive: Huma Qureshi on rejecting a film that depicted her as a 'damsel in distress' | Mithya

Huma Qureshi opens up about her conscious choice to take on roles that emphasise strong, independent women with distinct careers, separate from the men in their stories. As she awaits the second season of the thriller series `Mithya`, she narrates an incident from the show`s first installment, where certain dialogues didn’t sit well with her, as they undermined her character`s individuality simply because she was a mother. While preparing for the new season on ZEE5, Huma states that her criteria for choosing projects are clear: screen time doesn’t matter to her. Instead, she focuses on meaningful representation and authentic storytelling that reflect the complexities of women`s lives.