Fearless in Failure: Sona Mohapatra’s Journey
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Sona Mohapatra, an accomplished vocalist known for her hit songs and outspoken nature, opens up about the challenges she has faced in her career. In an exclusive interview with OTTplay, Sona Mohapatra reveals that she has lost out on projects after speaking out against prominent figures in Bollywood. Despite these setbacks, she remains determined and is working on new projects that she will soon unveil.
Before pursuing music, Sona had a background in mechanical engineering and marketing. However, her childhood dream was always to become an artist. Reflecting on her journey, she expresses gratitude for living her dream while constantly looking ahead.
Six years ago, Sona’s passion led her to create the documentary “Shut Up Sona,” directed by Deepi Gupta. The film gained recognition at international festivals and won the National Film Award for Best Editing. Sona hints at a new obsession she is currently working on, which she plans to reveal in due time.
When asked about her fearlessness, Sona admits that she, too, experiences fear and insecurities as an artist. However, what sets her apart is her lack of fear of failure. She embraces failure as a valuable teacher and believes that preparation is key to success.
Recently, Sona lent her voice to two songs in the film “Kathal,” starring Sanya Malhotra, available for streaming on Netflix. Despite the challenges she has faced, Sona Mohapatra’s unwavering spirit and fearlessness in the face of failure continue to shape her remarkable journey as an artist.
Re-reported from the article originally published in OTTplay.