Himesh Mankad (MUMBAI MIRROR; May 18, 2020)

While interacting with Mirror (May 8), Sonakshi Sinha had revealed that she has been supplying Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits to frontline workers in the fight against Coronavirus and appealed to her fans to contribute towards the healthcare system. The actress, who likes to paint when not shooting, announced on Saturday that she will be auctioning some of her artwork and the proceeds will be used to provide money and ration to the needy. “My art is my sane space, my solace. It helps me channelise my thoughts and brings me happiness. I want to use it to bring relief to those for whom the lockdown has been a nightmare,” the actress says.

Sonakshi, who has been sketching and painting while at home, is fascinated by the process. “You start from nothing and end up creating something beautiful. It’s like meditation. I want to use my time productively,” she smiles, adding that most of her work includes pen sketches.

“Three canvas paintings, four sketches and three prints are being auctioned. I want my art to reach out to as many as possible, so that we can collectively make a difference in the lives of those who need it the most,” Sonakshi informs, saying that she is exploring new forms every day, polishing her skills and creating art she is proud of.