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From Bollywood to farming: Actor Malini Sharma's life transformation
Once known for roles in Hindi films, actor Malini Sharma has left the entertainment industry to establish a farmstay in the Sahyadri region. She has now launched a video diary documenting her rural lifestyle.
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Malini Sharma, who gained recognition through films including 'Kya Surat Hai' and 'Raj', has undergone a significant career shift, moving away from the glamour of Indian cinema to establish an agricultural venture in the Western Ghats. The actor now operates a farmstay in the Sahyadri range, marking a dramatic departure from her previous work in the film industry.
Sharma has documented her transition through a new video diary series titled 'The Slow Local Diaries', which offers viewers an intimate look at her daily life on the farm. The launch of the web series represents her return to camera work, though in a markedly different context from her earlier acting roles.
Through the video diary, Sharma showcases her farming operations and rural lifestyle, reflecting a growing trend among entertainment professionals seeking alternative, nature-connected lifestyles. The project appears to chronicle both the practical and personal aspects of her transformation from film actor to farmstead operator.
The venture signals Sharma's commitment to a more sustainable and localized way of living, as she documents her experiences in what she describes as 'slow living' through her online platform.