Fatima Sana Shaikh has candidly addressed a common misconception prevailing in the industry – the notion that actors are inherently wealthy. Debunking this stereotype, she shared her own struggle and emphasized that actors are not always financially secure. Fatima opened up about her humble background, revealing that she currently resides in a rented house, and highlighted that the journey of an actor is an ongoing battle.

Speaking in an interview with Humans of Cinema, Fatima bravely shared her journey from a low middle-class family, where they lived in a modest 1RK (one room kitchen) on the ground floor, which was essentially a parking basement converted into a dwelling. Despite her humble beginnings, she expressed pride in herself for crossing certain milestones while facing the relentless struggle that defines the life of an actor.