‘The media took me for granted’
August 8 2009
Priety Zinta has been going through arduous times. With her IPL-team going for a toss, followed by her break-up with long time beau, Ness Wadia, life suddenly seemed to be grim for this otherwise bubbly and chirpy Preity. Now, putting away all this behind her, Preity is all set to start life afresh, after a long holiday.
Where have you been all along?
I was working hard for the last two years and the IPL was taking a major part of my time. Later, the venue suddenly shifted to South Africa and I had to fly back to Mumbai all the time to complete my shooting. The constant shuttling around took its toll on my health and I fell ill. I felt I desperately needed a break and I took one. I went on a holiday to Paris, London and L.A
Did it give you your much-needed break?
Well, it definitely made a different. I caught up on old friends, who were looking forward to meet me. I also went out shopping and bought many clothes for myself. I also met my brother and his family so there was family bonding as well. Besides, I underwent a brief training in different kinds of dancing to keep in shape.
The buzz about your break-up with Ness Wadia has been doing the rounds for a long time now.
Of course, I have gone through a break-up, but that is personal. The only reason I am speaking to the press about what is happening in my life is that I am linked with the wrong men. I have a lot of respect for the person whom I have been with for so long and hence do not want to discuss. Now, my priority is to work hard so that that people start discussing more about my professional life rather than my personal life.
Has the break-up made you a bitter person?
I have no bitterness for the person with whom I have shared my life for so long. It will be unfair to say so. You feel bitter when somebody has wronged you. Here Ness has not wronged me. It is just that we decided not to go ahead with the relationship. What I shared was a relationship with him and friendship was a part of it. I have learnt a lot through this relationship. I have also matured in the process. Since I have always conditioned my mind to think positively, I am taking this in a positive light. I am aware of the fact that life can be unpredictable and full of twists and turns. The best approach is to retain what gives you happiness and forget the rest. There is no point dissecting it.
But why have you become so media shy?
I have my own privacy limits. I can invite people to my home but definitely not to my bedroom.
But then you were also called a home breaker?
I was unaffected by that because I alone was aware of the truth. I also realized that the media was taking me for granted. They were either writing about my broken heart or calling me a home breaker. I decided that the best answer to this was to withdraw into silence. I needed my space. For those who want to know how I am, I am fine.
Do you intend to continue your association with the IPL?
Yes but now I will shift my professional focus to acting. I will only be there for the matches as opposed to being constantly involved with the IPL activities. In the first two years, I was completely committed to IPL.
So which are your forthcoming films on the anvil?
I am on the verge of signing two new films with very big banners. Prior to that, Main Aur Mrs Khanna with Salman Khan is due for release. Though I have a cameo in the film, it is an interesting role.
Where have you been all along?
I was working hard for the last two years and the IPL was taking a major part of my time. Later, the venue suddenly shifted to South Africa and I had to fly back to Mumbai all the time to complete my shooting. The constant shuttling around took its toll on my health and I fell ill. I felt I desperately needed a break and I took one. I went on a holiday to Paris, London and L.A
Did it give you your much-needed break?
Well, it definitely made a different. I caught up on old friends, who were looking forward to meet me. I also went out shopping and bought many clothes for myself. I also met my brother and his family so there was family bonding as well. Besides, I underwent a brief training in different kinds of dancing to keep in shape.
The buzz about your break-up with Ness Wadia has been doing the rounds for a long time now.
Of course, I have gone through a break-up, but that is personal. The only reason I am speaking to the press about what is happening in my life is that I am linked with the wrong men. I have a lot of respect for the person whom I have been with for so long and hence do not want to discuss. Now, my priority is to work hard so that that people start discussing more about my professional life rather than my personal life.
Has the break-up made you a bitter person?
I have no bitterness for the person with whom I have shared my life for so long. It will be unfair to say so. You feel bitter when somebody has wronged you. Here Ness has not wronged me. It is just that we decided not to go ahead with the relationship. What I shared was a relationship with him and friendship was a part of it. I have learnt a lot through this relationship. I have also matured in the process. Since I have always conditioned my mind to think positively, I am taking this in a positive light. I am aware of the fact that life can be unpredictable and full of twists and turns. The best approach is to retain what gives you happiness and forget the rest. There is no point dissecting it.
But why have you become so media shy?
I have my own privacy limits. I can invite people to my home but definitely not to my bedroom.
But then you were also called a home breaker?
I was unaffected by that because I alone was aware of the truth. I also realized that the media was taking me for granted. They were either writing about my broken heart or calling me a home breaker. I decided that the best answer to this was to withdraw into silence. I needed my space. For those who want to know how I am, I am fine.
Do you intend to continue your association with the IPL?
Yes but now I will shift my professional focus to acting. I will only be there for the matches as opposed to being constantly involved with the IPL activities. In the first two years, I was completely committed to IPL.
So which are your forthcoming films on the anvil?
I am on the verge of signing two new films with very big banners. Prior to that, Main Aur Mrs Khanna with Salman Khan is due for release. Though I have a cameo in the film, it is an interesting role.
Priety Zinta has been going through arduous times. With her IPL-team going for a toss, followed by her break-up with long time beau, Ness Wadia, life suddenly seemed to be grim for this otherwise bubbly and chirpy Preity. Now, putting away all this behind her, Preity is all set to start life...
Priety Zinta has been going through arduous times. With her IPL-team going for a toss, followed by her break-up with long time beau, Ness Wadia, life suddenly seemed to be grim for this otherwise bubbly and chirpy Preity. Now, putting away all this behind her, Preity is all set to start life afresh, after a long holiday.
Where have you been all along?
I was working hard for the last two years and the IPL was taking a major part of my time. Later, the venue suddenly shifted to South Africa and I had to fly back to Mumbai all the time to complete my shooting. The constant shuttling around took its toll on my health and I fell ill. I felt I desperately needed a break and I took one. I went on a holiday to Paris, London and L.A
Did it give you your much-needed break?
Well, it definitely made a different. I caught up on old friends, who were looking forward to meet me. I also went out shopping and bought many clothes for myself. I also met my brother and his family so there was family bonding as well. Besides, I underwent a brief training in different kinds of dancing to keep in shape.
The buzz about your break-up with Ness Wadia has been doing the rounds for a long time now.
Of course, I have gone through a break-up, but that is personal. The only reason I am speaking to the press about what is happening in my life is that I am linked with the wrong men. I have a lot of respect for the person whom I have been with for so long and hence do not want to discuss. Now, my priority is to work hard so that that people start discussing more about my professional life rather than my personal life.
Has the break-up made you a bitter person?
I have no bitterness for the person with whom I have shared my life for so long. It will be unfair to say so. You feel bitter when somebody has wronged you. Here Ness has not wronged me. It is just that we decided not to go ahead with the relationship. What I shared was a relationship with him and friendship was a part of it. I have learnt a lot through this relationship. I have also matured in the process. Since I have always conditioned my mind to think positively, I am taking this in a positive light. I am aware of the fact that life can be unpredictable and full of twists and turns. The best approach is to retain what gives you happiness and forget the rest. There is no point dissecting it.
But why have you become so media shy?
I have my own privacy limits. I can invite people to my home but definitely not to my bedroom.
But then you were also called a home breaker?
I was unaffected by that because I alone was aware of the truth. I also realized that the media was taking me for granted. They were either writing about my broken heart or calling me a home breaker. I decided that the best answer to this was to withdraw into silence. I needed my space. For those who want to know how I am, I am fine.
Do you intend to continue your association with the IPL?
Yes but now I will shift my professional focus to acting. I will only be there for the matches as opposed to being constantly involved with the IPL activities. In the first two years, I was completely committed to IPL.
So which are your forthcoming films on the anvil?
I am on the verge of signing two new films with very big banners. Prior to that, Main Aur Mrs Khanna with Salman Khan is due for release. Though I have a cameo in the film, it is an interesting role.
Where have you been all along?
I was working hard for the last two years and the IPL was taking a major part of my time. Later, the venue suddenly shifted to South Africa and I had to fly back to Mumbai all the time to complete my shooting. The constant shuttling around took its toll on my health and I fell ill. I felt I desperately needed a break and I took one. I went on a holiday to Paris, London and L.A
Did it give you your much-needed break?
Well, it definitely made a different. I caught up on old friends, who were looking forward to meet me. I also went out shopping and bought many clothes for myself. I also met my brother and his family so there was family bonding as well. Besides, I underwent a brief training in different kinds of dancing to keep in shape.
The buzz about your break-up with Ness Wadia has been doing the rounds for a long time now.
Of course, I have gone through a break-up, but that is personal. The only reason I am speaking to the press about what is happening in my life is that I am linked with the wrong men. I have a lot of respect for the person whom I have been with for so long and hence do not want to discuss. Now, my priority is to work hard so that that people start discussing more about my professional life rather than my personal life.
Has the break-up made you a bitter person?
I have no bitterness for the person with whom I have shared my life for so long. It will be unfair to say so. You feel bitter when somebody has wronged you. Here Ness has not wronged me. It is just that we decided not to go ahead with the relationship. What I shared was a relationship with him and friendship was a part of it. I have learnt a lot through this relationship. I have also matured in the process. Since I have always conditioned my mind to think positively, I am taking this in a positive light. I am aware of the fact that life can be unpredictable and full of twists and turns. The best approach is to retain what gives you happiness and forget the rest. There is no point dissecting it.
But why have you become so media shy?
I have my own privacy limits. I can invite people to my home but definitely not to my bedroom.
But then you were also called a home breaker?
I was unaffected by that because I alone was aware of the truth. I also realized that the media was taking me for granted. They were either writing about my broken heart or calling me a home breaker. I decided that the best answer to this was to withdraw into silence. I needed my space. For those who want to know how I am, I am fine.
Do you intend to continue your association with the IPL?
Yes but now I will shift my professional focus to acting. I will only be there for the matches as opposed to being constantly involved with the IPL activities. In the first two years, I was completely committed to IPL.
So which are your forthcoming films on the anvil?
I am on the verge of signing two new films with very big banners. Prior to that, Main Aur Mrs Khanna with Salman Khan is due for release. Though I have a cameo in the film, it is an interesting role.
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