On this Teachers’ Day, celebrated in honor of those who guide us through the paths of knowledge, actress, tarot card reader, Astro Healer, and clairvoyant Hansa Singh reflects on her unique journey in the entertainment industry. Known for her roles in Human, Criminal Justice 3, and the film Goodbye, Hansa shares her perspective on mentorship and the lessons life has imparted to her.
“In life, from time to time, we get various teachers who hone our skills, tell us about the right and wrong, but life itself is the biggest teacher with the curve balls it throws for us to find the right tuning to ourselves, and this is where you own what you do,” Hansa says. She credits life’s unpredictable challenges with shaping her into the confident and nonchalant woman she is today.
Hansa’s foray into Bollywood was not a planned decision but one she describes as pure destiny. “Stepping into Bollywood was pure destiny as it wasn’t a direct thought process. Thrown to swim or die, destiny played its game and made me swim to reach where I am today.” Childhood guidance laid her foundation as she entered this uncharted territory.
Reflecting on her early days in the industry, Hansa recalls the invaluable support from those who believed in her when acting seemed “out of the syllabus” for her. “All the actors and directors I worked with helped me in believing in myself,” she says, expressing gratitude. Among her mentors, she fondly remembers Saurabh Dubey, who introduced her to casting directors, and Pradeep Rawat, whose family provided her with unwavering support. But the most significant influence in her life was the late Jag Mundhra, whom she describes as a mentor and friend. “He was the one person who helped me to be truly what you see me as today. The confident, nonchalant Hansa.”
Jagmohan Mundhra, the renowned filmmaker behind films like Betrayed by Passion, played a pivotal role in introducing Hansa to the corporate world and helping her grow as both an artist and an individual. She recalls how he treated her with respect and integrity, especially when it came to sensitive roles. “I wanted to do the lead role in Betrayed by Passion, but it required skin exposure. He categorically told me to first take permission from my folks, and when I said it’s okay, he still didn’t ask me to expose more as a director.” This moment left a lasting impression on Hansa, highlighting the respect and trust she found in the industry.
As she reflects on her journey, Hansa expresses deep gratitude for all the mentors, friends, and life experiences that have shaped her. “The world of cinema I know through him,” she says about Jag Mundhra, adding, “Thank you, Jag, just wish you were alive and making more films.”
In an unconventional twist, Hansa also acknowledges her past relationships as teachers in her life. “In zest, I always say thank you to all my exes too, as they also made me what I am today. This is by far the lesson to hold you emotionally stable.”
On this Teachers’ Day, Hansa’s reflections serve as a poignant reminder that teachers come in many forms—mentors, life experiences, and even personal relationships. Each lesson, whether from success or struggle, brings us closer to understanding and embracing our true selves.
