Alia Bhatt is determined to shine a light on animal welfare issues.
The 30-year-old actress is an executive producer on Poacher, a new crime drama series that tells the story of India's largest ivory poaching ring, and revealed she is passionate about championing animal rights issues.
The Heart of Stone star, who also has her own sustainable clothing brand, told the BBC: “As a society, we need to understand our conscience, the things we passionately want to talk about, the things we passionately want to support. must be created somehow.
“I've always said I don't have the answers, but I do have questions. I'm not saying I'm doing everything right, but there's something in me that wants to know more.”
Arya ultimately feels a responsibility to discuss social issues.
“I want to lead by example,” she said.
Alia recently became a huge star in India before venturing into Hollywood films.
And the actress previously suggested that “international recognition” is a good reflection of her homeland.
Alia told Deadline: “For me, when an actor from India is recognized internationally, it is a recognition for India.
“I don't think that's what I personally bring to the table. I think that's just a tip of the hat for a brand like Gucci to want in India, and I think it's just a small part of what a brand like Gucci wants from India, and the incredible spending power that India has, and that's what India brings to the table. It's a booming market with a lot of Gen Z people who want to spend money, but moving forward as an actor is very different than moving forward as a celebrity.
“As a celebrity, you want to be responsible. You want to talk about what you believe in. That's my philosophy. Always keep the sunshine and your heart full of love. But as an actor That's what I want to do.' It's a whole different thing to play a character who has all kinds of flaws.”