On World Environment Day, actor Shubhangi Atre who has been a part of shows like Do Hanson Ka Jodaa, Havan, Chidiya Ghar, and Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain! shares a deeply thoughtful perspective on the growing imbalance between humans and nature. Known to be a nature lover, she speaks with a sense of concern but also quiet hope.
“Honestly, I feel the biggest problem is that we have forgotten how to coexist with nature,” she says. She explains that the issue is not limited to pollution alone, but the way human beings have started dominating the environment. “We are not just using resources anymore, we are exhausting them. Forests are disappearing, animals are losing their homes, and the natural rhythm of seasons is changing,” she adds.
Talking about plastic pollution, she describes it as something that silently harms the planet. “Plastic pollution, to me, feels like something that slowly chokes nature,” she says. She further adds, “It doesn’t allow the earth or water to breathe freely, and animals suffer the most because they don’t understand it.” For her, even the visual presence of plastic in green spaces feels disturbing, as it breaks the peace that nature offers.
When it comes to her personal life, Shubhangi believes in staying connected to nature in simple ways. “I try to live in a way that feels closer to nature,” she says. From taking care of plants to avoiding unnecessary waste and being mindful of water and electricity, she believes small habits make a meaningful difference. “When you stay connected to nature, you automatically become more careful about your choices,” she adds.
Looking ahead, she expresses concern about the future if things don’t change. “If pollution continues, the world may lose its natural calmness,” she says. She adds that beyond environmental damage, there will also be an emotional loss, where people may miss the simple peace that nature brings.
Ending with a gentle message, she says, “We need to slow down and observe nature more. If we respect it, it will continue to nurture us. Even small steps in our daily life can help protect it.”
