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There is no relevant search result for the exact URL provided in your query, and I do not have direct access to the specific content from "timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/is-punjab-going-to-be-ok-with-it-sonam-bajwa-once-said-no-to-kissing-scenes-in-hindi-films-regretted-turning-down-projects-too-soon/articleshow/124515424.cms" in the search results. However, based on available, closely related coverage from multiple sources, here is a summary of what this type of article would likely contain: ## Summary of Sonam Bajwa's Stance on Kissing Scenes in Bollywood **Sonam Bajwa**, a prominent actress in Punjabi cinema, has revealed in interviews that she turned down several Bollywood film offers because they required her to perform kissing scenes on screen[1][3][5]. She cited her apprehension about how such scenes might affect her image in conservative Punjabi society and expressed concern about the reaction from her family and the audience who have supported her career[1][3][5]. In her own words, she questioned, "Is Punjab going to be okay with it?", noting that Punjabi families are a major part of the film audience and that she was "scared" about their response, fearing disapproval or misunderstanding from those who have "made me who I am"[1][3][5]. She also doubted whether her family would accept that such scenes were part of her professional work[1][3][5]. However, Bajwa later regretted her hasty decisions. Talking to her parents years later, she was surprised to learn they were supportive—"if it's for a film, it's fine"—and realized she should have discussed the matter with them before rejecting those opportunities[1][3][5]. She admitted that many of her assumptions about her family's and community's reactions were unfounded, and in hindsight, she wished she had given the Bollywood offers more consideration[1][3][5]. Bajwa acknowledged that while Punjabi audiences are gradually becoming more open, families still make up a significant portion of viewers, which can influence the industry's willingness to experiment with bold content[3]. ## Career Context Despite her reservations about Bollywood, Sonam Bajwa has built a successful career in Punjabi cinema, starring in popular films such as *Honsla Rakh*, *Carry On Jatta 2*, and *Jinde Meriye*[1][4]. She remains selective about Bollywood projects, prioritizing quality over quantity and expressing satisfaction with her work in Punjabi films[6].

Citations
1.https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/when-sonam-bajwa-refused-bollywood-films-was-scared-to-do-kissing-scene-4082502
2.https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/when-sonam-bajwa-refused-to-do-bollywood-films-was-scared-to-do-kissing-scene-4082502/amp/1
3.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/sonam-bajwa-reveals-she-refused-bollywood-films-because-of-the-stigma-associated-with-kissing-scenes-in-punjabi-culture/articleshow/100625277.cms
4.https://www.imdb.com/news/ni65481059/
5.https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/sonam-bajwa-refused-bollywood-films-didnt-want-to-kiss-on-screen-8636165/
6.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/sonam-bajwa-i-am-enjoying-my-work-in-punjab-and-i-will-not-trade-that-for-a-mediocre-chance-to-be-in-a-hindi-film-exclusive/articleshow/101053230.cms
7.https://www.sunriseradio.com/news/bollywood-news/when-sonam-bajwa-refused-to-do-bollywood-films-was-scared-to-do-kissing-scene/?i=img_0575
8.https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1075366-sonam-bajwa-opens-up-about-rejecting-bollywood-films-over-kissing-scenes
9.https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood/sonam-bajwa-once-rejected-bollywood-offers-for-this-bold-reason-family-should-be-okay/


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