Preity Zinta: No Woman Wants To Be A Trophy

MUMBAI-Actress Preity Zinta, who is celebrating the strong IPL season of her team Punjab Kings, said no woman wants to be treated as a trophy.

Preity Zinta interacted with fans on X during a question-and-answer session titled “#pzchat”.

A user asked the actress if she had seen a viral post that read: “There’s a reason why she hasn’t won a trophy cuz she is the trophy.”

Responding to the comment, Preity Zinta said: “Thank you that’s very sweet, but honestly speaking, no woman wants to be a trophy. Trophies are owned women are not! Trophies are kept in glass cupboards and a women’s place is in your life & in your heart Filmy question ke liye filmy answer for you Ting!”

Another user asked what made her sign films ‘Vibe’ and ‘Lahore 1947’.

Responding to the question, Preity Zinta said: “I always wanted to do a period film, that’s why I signed Lahore 1947, and of course, it’s with my one of my favorite directors, Raj Kumar Santoshi and Sunny (Deol) is always a pleasure to work with.”

The actress added that ‘Lahore 1947’ is a story of love during a time of division and hate.

“It’s a story of love in times of division & hate, which I liked,” she said.

Talking about her upcoming film ‘Vibe’, Preity Zinta said: “Vibe is just a really funny light hearted film & was great to do after the intensity of Lahore 1947.”

She also said both films are scheduled for release this year.

A fan also asked about her experience with Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer.

Praising the cricketer, Preity Zinta said: “He is an inspiring & strategic leader that leads by example. Intelligent, calm, inclusive & accessible to the whole team. On a fun note, he is also incredible with kids that’s why my kids lovingly call him Shreyas Bhaiya and adore him.” (IANS)