Krystle Dsouza Reflects on Her Three-Year Break from the Screen and Journey of Self-Reflection

Actor Krystle Dsouza, known for her versatile performances, recently opened up about her longest hiatus from acting, which lasted three years before her latest project, Visfot. Her last appearance before this was in the 2021 film Chehre. Describing the break as “involuntary” and “upsetting,” Dsouza shared candid insights into the challenges she faced during this time.

“It was very difficult. I'm not going to lie, there were days when I felt so low and dejected. There are moments when you feel like picking up projects that really are not that great, but just because you want to work. But then I reminded myself that thankfully, I'm blessed that I've made enough money for myself that I can have that security of waiting a little longer. Although, it is upsetting,” she revealed.

Despite dealing with self-doubt and external pressures, the actor chose to focus on her well-being. Addressing how she dealt with questions about her absence, she explained, “Kyun logon ki baat ka itna sunna? Do what makes you happy. And visibility now is everywhere. Thanks to media and social media as well, I don't think there have been places that I have not been captured or not been written about. I've been able to live life because of this break. It's not a conscious break to be honest, but because I have time at hand, I've been able to travel the world, go out with my friends and family, and do things that I couldn't do for so many years because I was working. So, somehow you have to see the silver lining.”

Visfot, which was released directly on OTT platforms, marked a significant milestone for Dsouza, allowing her to work alongside seasoned actors like Fardeen Khan, Priya Bapat, and Riteish Deshmukh. Reflecting on the experience, she said, “I got to work with some amazing co-stars (actors Fardeen Khan, Priya Bapat, and Riteish Deshmukh), and doing a film with these names just meant a lot. As an actor, you keep waiting for good work. And when it comes your way, you wait for it to release. Sometimes you lose hope while you're waiting. But when you see the response, it's like a ray of hope. It validates that I can keep going and keep doing it. The film has got me a lot more work.”

For those facing similar struggles, Dsouza shared her philosophy, emphasizing the importance of patience and resilience. “Whenever you're feeling a little dejected or a loss of hope, you have to trust the process because jo likha hai, wo hoga. There are days that I lose hope, sometimes you feel like should I not wait? Should I take up work that I'm not creatively into? But I don't want to do that. I want to take up projects that help me grow as an actor and make me satisfied at the end of the day,” she concluded.

Through her journey, Krystle Dsouza not only navigated personal challenges but also reinforced her commitment to meaningful work, setting an inspiring example for her peers and fans.