Devoleena Bhattacharjee Opens Up About Balancing Work During Pregnancy: ‘I Have To Be Very Careful On Set’

Actress Devoleena Bhattacharjeewho is expecting her first child, opened up about how she manages to reconcile her career with the life of a future mother. She shared that she often needs help.

She shared, “Even though I’m pregnant, I’m still shooting so that viewers can continue to see me on screen and I can keep them entertained. But I have to be very careful on set, especially when climbing stairs.”

“I often need help because taking care of myself is equally important at work.” The actress also discussed the challenges of wearing elaborate costumes on the show, especially heavy jewelry.

“When I play Goddess Chhathi Maiyya in Sun Neo’s play, I have to wear heavy jewelry, especially the necklace and crown, which when worn together can seem extremely cumbersome. But it’s a new experience and there’s nothing wrong with exploring something different.”

Devoleena shared that she feels quite similar to Chhathi Maiyya in nature. “Just as she takes on the fierce form of Kali Mata when she is angry, I remain calm unless someone deliberately tries to disturb me. But if this happens, I will embody the fierce spirit of Kali Mata.”

Chhathi Maiyya Ki Bitiya airs on Sun Neo. The family drama revolves around Vaishnavi, an orphan who considers Chhathi Maiyya as her mother.

The series also stars Sara Khan, Jaya Bhattacharya, Brinda Dahal and Ashish Dixit. It was on August 15 when Devoleena announced it pregnancy performing the ‘Panchamrit’ ritual with her husband and family.

On Instagram, Devoleena wrote, “We celebrate the divine journey of motherhood through the sacred ritual of Panchamrit, where tradition and love come together to bless a mother and her unborn child with health, prosperity and joy in this beautiful chapter of life. #panchamrit #mytribe #mypeople #soontobeparents #momtobe #dadtobe #blessed #gratitude #ganpatibappamorya #prayers.”

Devoleena tied the knot with her gym trainer Shanwaz in December 2022. Meanwhile, Devoleena made her acting debut in 2011 with the show Sawaare Sabke Sapne Preeto. She is known for her role as Gopi Modi in one of the longest-running television operas, Saath Nibhaana Saathiya. She also participated in Bigg Boss 13, Bigg Boss 14 and ‘Bigg Boss 15’.