Punjabi singer Sunanda Sharma has spoken about the changing mindset among female artists in Punjab, saying women are increasingly learning to prioritise themselves, recognise their worth and make career decisions on their own terms.
Speaking about the experiences of women in the entertainment industry, Sunanda said female artists have traditionally often placed the needs and expectations of others before their own. According to her, that mindset is now gradually changing.
Women are learning to stand their ground
Sunanda highlighted the growing confidence among Punjabi women, saying they are becoming more willing to stand by their choices instead of constantly seeking approval from others.
She pointed to a shift where women are increasingly deciding what kind of work they want to take up and how they want to shape their careers.
‘Apni marzi se kaam karange’
Summing up this change, Sunanda described the emerging attitude with the message “Apni marzi se kaam karange” — a reflection of women choosing to work according to their own decisions and priorities.
For female artists, she suggested, empowerment is increasingly about having the confidence to take control of their professional journeys rather than allowing outside expectations to dictate their choices.
A changing mindset in Punjab’s entertainment space
Sunanda’s comments come as conversations around women’s independence and representation continue to grow within Punjab’s entertainment industry.
The singer’s remarks highlight a broader shift in which female artists are becoming more vocal about their ambitions, choices and the importance of putting themselves first while building their careers.
