Actress Geeta Basra, after an eight-year hiatus, is making her on-screen return, marking it not as a “comeback,” but a conscious choice to reprioritize life. She emphasises that what matters most is perspective: “I feel comeback is not such a negative term; it is only how people look at”.
Her return takes shape in a regional Punjabi film, which Basra believes resonates better with her current creative journey. She shares, “I shot a Hindi film two years ago, but it still hasn’t been released. It seems my Punjabi film was meant to be my comeback film. I don’t want to say or feel negative. I took a pause to focus on other events and priorities in my life”.
Homefront Harmony
Basra credits much of her return to the unwavering support of her husband, cricketer Harbhajan Singh, fondly known as “Bhajji”. She recounts, “He was supportive. He has always been the one who encouraged me. He told me to do whatever I love the most. Being married to him, I do need his support. We take care of our kids when one of us is working away from home”.
The OTT Opportunity
Expressing enthusiasm about the OTT landscape, Basra affirms that streaming platforms have ushered in a new era for women-centric storytelling. “I would love to be a part of OTT shows. There are so many great shows in the making. Whatever had come to me in the past wasn’t worth doing for me. I feel there are so many opportunities for women,” she explains.
Her conviction points to the expanding narratives and diverse roles that OTT platforms now nurture, allowing female actors to explore layered characters and unconventional stories that were rarer in traditional cinema.
Industry Evolution & Personal Aspirations
Basra’s return aligns with a broader shift in the entertainment industry, where regional cinemas and OTT platforms are championing content that spotlights women both in front of and behind the camera. By choosing a Punjabi film as her comeback medium, she reflects not only personal alignment but also confidence in regional film growth: “the Punjabi film industry is growing immensely”.
Looking Ahead
As the industry continues evolving, Basra stands at a promising crossroads; she has an unreleased Hindi film, a fresh regional project, and a clear eagerness to embrace the storytelling freedom that OTT brings.
Her words reflect optimism not only for her own career trajectory but also for women across the industry who are navigating creative reinvention and meaningful representation in the modern content space.
By – Sonali