Taapsee Pannu has revealed that she was brought into Bollywood due to her resemblance to Preity Zinta. Taapsee, who appeared on cricketer Shikhar Dhawan's talk show Dhawan Karenge, opened up during a candid conversation about looking up to the mesmerising actress Preity, who is also well-acquainted with Shikhar. The Mulk actress shared: "I was first brought into Bollywood because I share a resemblance with Preity Zinta. She has very good energy, and you know it well." Taapsee Pannu Opens Up About Her ‘Private Wedding’ With Mathias Boe.

Taapsee continued: “The aura of Preity ma’am is very lively, and she seems very intelligent. I felt like I had to live up to her reputation, as I was brought into the industry because of her name. So, I always put in an effort to be like her." For the uninitiated, Shikhar is the captain of the IPL team Punjab Kings, which is owned by Preity. Here's The Reason Why Taapsee Pannu Ditched Designer Outfit For Her Wedding With Mathias Boe!.

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Meanwhile, Taapsee was last seen in the comedy Dunki alongside Shah Rukh Khan. Her upcoming projects include Woh Ladki Hai Kahaan?, Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba, and Khel Khel Mein.

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