At the recent celebration of Echoes of Choice in association with Elle and presented by Aukera, two of India’s most admired and powerful women—Taapsee Pannu and Sania Mirza—came together to talk about their shared journey of empowerment, collaboration, and support for one another as strong women in their respective fields. The event was not just a celebration of fashion and style, but also a powerful message of solidarity and success.
Sania Mirza, the celebrated tennis star, spoke candidly about the fun and meaningful experience of working with Taapsee. She shared her admiration for the actress, highlighting their shared values and the importance of supporting one another as women in a competitive world. “It was a lot of fun. She shoots a lot more than I do, in life and in general. For me, I try to associate with brands that I truly believe in. So when this opportunity came along with Taapsee Pannu, it was an amazing opportunity for me as well,” Sania said, radiating excitement about their collaboration. She went on to reflect on their previous meeting at a social event, emphasizing the bond they share as strong women who support each other. “Like she said, strong women support strong women. That is something we all must do in order for us all to climb together, succeed, and achieve something in life,” she added.
Taapsee, known for her empowering roles on screen and her outspoken nature off-screen, reciprocated Sania's thoughts with a heartfelt message of her own. “I had a wonderful time shooting with the wonderful Sania Mirza, not just for the shoot, but this is something I was really looking forward to, especially since it falls so close to Women’s Day. What could be better than celebrating it with some really strong women?” she said. Taapsee’s words reflected the essence of the event—honoring women who are not only accomplished but also committed to lifting one another up and inspiring the next generation.
Both women spoke about the importance of connecting with like-minded individuals, supporting each other in their journeys, and promoting an environment where women help other women succeed. Their collaboration at the Echoes of Choice event was a perfect example of how women from different fields—whether it’s cinema or sports—can come together and empower each other to break barriers, achieve success, and create meaningful change.
This event, falling so close to International Women’s Day, was an important reminder of how women can and should support one another in their personal and professional endeavors. With their words and actions, Taapsee and Sania continue to set an inspiring example of what it means to be strong, independent, and united as women.