Anjum Fakih, known for her powerful on-screen performances, has recently opened up in a deeply personal and vulnerable way — offering fans a glimpse into the struggles she’s faced away from the spotlight.

The actress revealed that she’s been going through an emotional rollercoaster — dealing with a painful breakup and an unexpected pause in her career. “It felt like everything just stopped at once,” she admitted. “No love, no work, just… silence.”

But instead of letting the silence consume her, Anjum chose to do something she hadn’t done in a long time — return to her roots. She packed her bags and visited her ancestral village, hoping to find some peace amid the chaos.

Her decision wasn’t entirely her own. It came after a heartfelt conversation with close friend and fellow actress Shraddha Arya, who offered advice that turned out to be life-changing. “Shraddha told me, ‘Sometimes healing begins when you return to where you started,’ and that stuck with me.”

Back in the village, surrounded by simplicity, nature, and people who knew her long before fame, Anjum began to reconnect with a part of herself that she had long forgotten. The smell of the earth, the quiet of the fields, and the warmth of her relatives gave her the calm her soul craved.

She spent her days walking barefoot on familiar paths, journaling her thoughts, and staying away from social media. “I wasn’t running away — I was slowing down to listen,” she explained. And what she heard was clarity.

Anjum also shared how the experience made her rethink her priorities. “I’ve always been chasing something — validation, roles, approval. But here, none of that mattered. I was just Anjum, and that was enough.”

While fans assumed she had taken a break for rest, the truth was far more emotional and raw. “It wasn’t about rest, it was about survival. I needed to rebuild — emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.”

The timing was unexpected, especially with her appearance in Chhoriyan Chali Gaon still fresh in fans’ minds. “That project reminded me that I still love what I do. But before giving my all to another character, I needed to give something back to myself.”

Though she hasn’t revealed her next steps, Anjum hinted that a powerful comeback could be on the horizon. “I’m not rushing. But I’m not broken anymore either. That, to me, is the beginning.”

Her honesty has sparked an outpouring of support from fans and colleagues alike. Many are praising her for showing strength through vulnerability, and for choosing to speak openly about issues often left in the dark.

In a world obsessed with curated perfection, Anjum’s raw honesty stands out. Her story is a reminder that even public figures face heartbreak, burnout, and self-doubt — and that healing sometimes means taking two steps back before leaping forward.

“Right now, I’m healing. I’m realigning. And I know, when the time is right, I’ll rise again — stronger, softer, and more myself than ever.”