Lisa Ray Reveals Why She Left Bollywood at Peak of Career 25 Years Ago

• Actress Lisa Ray, known for films like 'Kasoor' and 'Water', left Bollywood at the height of her career in 2001, surprising fans.
• In a recent Instagram post, 25 years later, she revealed that her true identity was being overshadowed by her fame as a 'beautiful model'.
• Feeling her voice and thoughts were suppressed, and self-respect questioned despite abundant offers, she sought self-discovery.
• She moved to London, studied Shakespeare, poetry, and immersed herself in Buddhism and yoga, finding herself away from the public eye.
• After returning, she chose independent cinema, focusing on art and belief over money, and is now a writer, producer, and cancer survivor.

Why It Matters: Lisa Ray revealed she left Bollywood to reclaim her identity, prioritizing self-respect over fame and success.