"Not actively pursuing”— Dubai Bling’s Farhana Bodi on doing reality shows in the future

Dubai Bling season 3 premiered on Netflix on January 8, 2025. The show brought back Dubai's elite social circle showcasing their personal and professional life as they dealt with their struggles and relationships.

Indian-born, Dubai-based entrepreneur Farhana Bodi returned for season 3 getting herself involved in the drama between her fellow cast members, Loujain Adada and Jwana Karim. After all the episodes of Dubai Bling season 3 released on Netflix, Farhana Bodi sat down with Times of India for an interview, published on January 14. She mentioned that she doesn't want to get herself involved in reality shows any time soon.

In the interview, the fashion influencer was asked if she would be interested in participating in Bigg Boss, the Indian version of Big Brother. She responded that she had no interest in joining any reality show.

"While I'm incredibly grateful for my experience on Dubai Bling, I'm not actively pursuing other reality TV shows at this time. My focus is on exploring new avenues and expanding my horizons," she said.

Farhana further shared that she was drawn to projects that offered her the opportunity to express herself creatively. She mentioned that this could include roles in hosting, producing, or even exploring the "world of scripted television."

"I'm open to exciting opportunities that align with my values and allow me to continue to connect with my audience in meaningful ways," she added.

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Farhana Bodi reflects on her experience of Dubai Bling season 3

For the unversed, Farhana Bodi is a fashion advocate and the founder of a lifestyle blog, "I Woman of the World," that helps her showcase her passion for self-care and luxury.

In the latest interview, Farhana reflected on her journey on Dubai Bling and called it a "transformative experience." She noted that the reality show opened doors for her and helped her connect with a global audience in ways that she could have never imagined.

"The increased visibility has brought incredible opportunities. It's also allowed me to share my story on a larger scale, inspiring others and fostering meaningful connections," she continued.

While the Dubai Bling star acknowledged that the fame gained from the Netflix reality show could be overwhelming at times, she highlighted that the series also served as a platform for her to advocate for the causes she deeply cared about. She expressed that the show allowed her to leverage her voice and presence to "make a positive impact."

Farhana also confessed, further in the interview, that she was scared about the idea of sharing her life in front of millions of people explaining that it puts a person in an "inherently vulnerable" position.

"Sharing intimate details of your life with the world is inherently vulnerable. The constant scrutiny and judgment that come with being in the public eye can be overwhelming," she said.

Farhana also shared that she faced a difficult decision about how much of her personal journey she was willing to reveal on Dubai Bling season 3.

Ultimately, the I Woman of the World lifestyle blog founder felt that she would need to present her "authentic" self and showcase all the "complexities" of her life. This included sharing both the joyful moments as well as her vulnerable side, to give viewers a more genuine and complete picture of her personality.

"I wanted to challenge the idealized image often portrayed in reality TV and offer a more honest reflection of my reality. It's been a deeply personal and rewarding experience, even with its challenges," she concluded..

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Dubai Bling season 3 episodes 1-9 are available on Netflix.