In a recent interview with ETimes, Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan addressed the growing topic regarding nepotism in the business. The matter got substantial attention when actress Kangana Ranaut brought it to the forefront during her participation on the talk programme ‘Koffee With Karan,’ hosted by Karan Johar. Following the unfortunate passing of Sushant Singh Rajput, claims of celebrity offspring taking chances from brilliant outsiders grew. Abhishek Bachchan, renowned for his candidness, shared his take on the topic, stressing the necessity of concentrating on facts rather than perception.
Countering Perceptions with Facts: Abhishek Bachchan clearly asserted, “I’m not blaming anybody, but the media has merely chosen this one term which they can fling around. Let’s not go by perspective, go by the data, they never lie. It’s as easy as that, perception doesn’t matter, facts matter.” Bachchan’s focus on relying on tangible evidence contradicts the existing narrative around nepotism and asks for a more impartial appraisal of talent in the film business.
The Reality for celebrity Kids: Highlighting the reality celebrity kids face, Abhishek Bachchan recognised that the industry and the viewers are naturally attracted when a child of a prominent actor makes their debut. However, he raised worry that celebrity offspring sometimes acquire jobs largely owing to their pedigree rather than their acting ability. Bachchan observed, “The sad part is that star kids know that they’re being cast for that reason and not because they’re wonderful actors who’ve trained themselves.” He noted that although getting the first picture may be comparatively simpler for star kids, sustained success and progress need true devotion and hard effort.
The Numbers Speak: Challenging the concept that celebrity offspring dominate outsiders, Abhishek Bachchan pointed out, “How many of these famous kids have succeeded in contrast to others who have not come from a cinema background? The statistics are there for you to see. The conversation begins and finishes right there.” By highlighting the relevance of data, Bachchan promotes a more sophisticated appraisal of talent inside the business.
Comparison to Amitabh Bachchan: Addressing comparisons to his father, the renowned Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek calmly embraced the praise, noting, “If you’re speaking about me in the same ballpark as Amitabh Bachchan, I might be doing something right.” He views it as an admiration rather than a burden and attempts to forge his own path while respecting his father’s unmatched performing talent.