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Madhoo opens up about how Pooja Bhatt had embraced nepotism

Madhoo opens up about how Pooja Bhatt had embraced nepotism

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Veteran actress Madhoo recalled how she was impressed by actress Pooja Bhatt in the 90s for wholeheartedly embracing nepotism without being apologetic. During one of her throwback interviews, Pooja had answered the question, “Everybody asks this question that Pooja Bhatt only gives successful movies when Mahesh Bhatt makes movies. When she makes films with other directors, she is unable to deliver a hit, and Mahesh Bhatt is making films only for Pooja.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Alliance review: Kunal Kemmu’s show has Bigg Boss DNA with forced rivalries, and a dash of nepotism

Alliance review: Kunal Kemmu’s show has Bigg Boss DNA with forced rivalries, and a dash of nepotism

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The first two episodes of Alliance wasted no time in proving one thing: it isn’t here to ease viewers into the game. Hosted by Kunal Kemmu, the new reality show opened with 16 contestants entering the house in eight pre-decided pairs, only for those partnerships to be shattered within minutes. Kunal Kemmu’s Alliance has Bigg Boss’ DNA with better tasks. The contestants, Kushal Tandon and Arslan Goni, Niti Taylor and Ruhee Dosani, Ravi Kishan and his daughter Rivva Kishan, Payal Gaming and Sabby Suri, Daisy Shah and Zaid Darbar, Vanshaj Singh and Dolly Javed, Delbar Arya and Armaan Khera, and Mini Mathur and Nikhil Chinapa, walked in expecting to play alongside their partners. However, Kunal immediately introduced the show’s first twist, breaking every pair and asking them to form four alliances of four members each: Kings, Warriors, Legends and Hunters. The first betrayal came even before the game had properly begun. Given an opportunity to switch alliances, Nikhil Chinapa wasted no time in abandoning his original team and replacing Ravi Kishan in the Kings alliance. …

Soni Razdan Defends Alia Bhatt Against Trolling And Nepotism Criticism

Soni Razdan Defends Alia Bhatt Against Trolling And Nepotism Criticism

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Alia Bhatt has consistently delivered acclaimed and memorable performances over the decade. However, along with her professional success, she has frequently faced scrutiny and trolling on social media. Most recently, she was subjected to online criticism after her appearance at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. In response to this ongoing negativity, her mother, Soni Razdan, has stepped forward to defend her daughter, saying that Alia’s achievements are the direct result of her hard work and talent.   In a recent conversation with Zoom, Soni Razdan addressed the criticism around the nepotism debate, suggesting it is unfair to blame Alia for her family background. Talking about her own career, Soni shared that she navigated the industry as an outsider and experienced her own struggles. She said, “Alia can’t help whose child she is, it’s not her fault. I was not a product of the industry; I struggled as an actor and human being to come into this industry, and I am not even half or quarter as successful as many other women of my time. Also, …

‘Arrogance’, ‘nepotism’: Why is Abhishek Banerjee, not Mamata, the main problem of TMC rebels

‘Arrogance’, ‘nepotism’: Why is Abhishek Banerjee, not Mamata, the main problem of TMC rebels

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Abhishek Banerjee, nephew of former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee and Diamond Harbour MP, has emerged to be one of the main problem of rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders who are distancing themselves from the party one after another in the biggest identity crisis for the outfit that was in power in the state for three straight terms. TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee wears a helmet after stones, shoes and eggs were hurled at him in Sonarpur on May 30 (PTI) Mamata Banerjee, TMC founder, has been abandoned by almost the entire elected section of her own party, with corruption and Abhishek Banerjee being cited as the reason for rebellion by most of the rebel MLAs as well as MPs. Track TMC crisis June 11 news here Adding to back-to-back setbacks, Mamata Banerjee lost a third Rajya Sabha MP — Prakash Chik Baraik — this week with him resigning on Thursday. On Wednesday, Sushmita Dev announced her resignation as Rajya Sabha MP and exit from the TMC. Dev’s exit came two days after TMC …

Imtiaz Ali backs Ranbir-Alia amid nepotism debate, says outsiders have it easier

Imtiaz Ali backs Ranbir-Alia amid nepotism debate, says outsiders have it easier

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Despite their privileged access, star kids often find themselves under greater scrutiny. Over the years, countless actors and filmmakers have been asked to weigh in on the issue. Now, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, who has worked with actors like Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and several others, has stated that these actors face more pressure than outsiders as they strive to prove themselves at every step. Imtiaz Ali on nepo kids facing pressure Sharing his perspective on the long-standing insider-versus-outsider debate in Bollywood, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali argued that star kids often face a different kind of pressure. He said, “I feel that Alia, Ranbir, and many other actors and people of the film industry who have been born in the film industry go through an added toughness because they’ve got examples of success right around them. They have to compete with their own fathers, uncles, and mothers to call themselves, in their own minds, successful. People coming from outside have it easier, like me.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text …

Reema Kagti says people outrage over nepotism but only watch known stars’ films: ‘You must question yourself’| Interview

Reema Kagti says people outrage over nepotism but only watch known stars’ films: ‘You must question yourself’| Interview

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Filmmaker Reema Kagti has not just made films that champion the little guy, but has lent her voice and backing to small, independent films as well. She recently executive produced Shape of Momo, a Nepali-language Sikkimese film, which released in theatres this week. Ahead of the film’s release, Reema sat down with Hindustan Times to discuss the representation of North East India in mainstream cinema, the ecosystem for small films in the country, and changes she wants to see. Reema Kagti talks about the state of independent cinema in India. Reema Kagti on backing of Shape of Momo Reema hails from Assam, and she admits that one of the reasons she decided to back Shape of Momo is because it tells the story of the people of North East with a native lens. “Being from the North East, it’s refreshing to know there is good stuff coming out of there. It’s an area that is misrepresented and underrepresented, and you rarely get to see accents, faces, features, and cultural habits that are so familiar to …

Sonakshi Sinha says nepotism doesn’t deserves so much attention: ‘That’s how the world works’

Sonakshi Sinha says nepotism doesn’t deserves so much attention: ‘That’s how the world works’

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Sonakshi Sinha got a dream debut opposite Salman Khan in his hit film Dabangg. But despite being the daughter of veteran star Shatrughan Sinha, it wasn’t her father who lobbied for her entry into films. Salman reportedly saw her working as an usher at an event and decided to cast her. Since then, Sonakshi has carved her own path in the industry. In a recent interaction, she spoke about nepotism and why she feels the topic is often over-discussed. Sonakshi Sinha with her father Shatrughan Sinha. ‘Tough fathers make strong daughters’ Speaking to News18, Sonakshi admitted that her father never told her he would produce a film for her. She also shared that although many people viewed him as a strict father, he was always soft and honest with her. She said, “Tough fathers make really resilient and strong daughters. My dad, on the other hand, has always been very soft on me but very, very honest too. But his main thing has been that I’ll have to prove myself on my own. His approach …

Shatrughan Sinha has never been tough on Sonakshi: ‘He is soft, a silent supporter’ | Bollywood News

Shatrughan Sinha has never been tough on Sonakshi: ‘He is soft, a silent supporter’ | Bollywood News

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In Sonakshi Sinha’s latest film, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari’s courtroom drama System on Prime Video India, she plays a budding lawyer and the daughter of a top advocate (played by Ashutosh Gowariker), who requires her to win 10 cases in a row as a public prosecutor if she wants to serve as a partner at his reputed law firm. “What is this reverse nepotism?’,” her character asks in the film. But Sonakshi tells SCREEN in an exclusive interview that she’s never had to face “reverse nepotism” in her real life, even though her father Shatrughan Sinha is a veteran actor. He had no direct part to play in launching her, as Sonakshi made a dream debut opposite Salman Khan in Abhinav Kashyap’s 2010 hit Dabangg. ‘My dad has been a silent supporter’ “My father has always given me the freedom to choose my path, right since when I was studying fashion designing. That was the path I’d chosen for myself. Life chose another path for me. That’s a different story,” she says, smiling. “He’s always been …

Koffee, fashion and nepotism: How Karan Johar changed the way a filmmaker is seen, judged and celebrated | Bollywood News

Koffee, fashion and nepotism: How Karan Johar changed the way a filmmaker is seen, judged and celebrated | Bollywood News

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Back in 1999, at the 44th Filmfare Awards, when a nerve-wrecked Karan Johar stepped up on the dais to receive his maiden Best Director honour for his 1998 directorial debut Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, he got the entire auditorium — and the entire nation watching the broadcast on Doordarshan — hooked to his speech. “Ever since I’ve dreamt of being here in front of all the people that I’ve grown up watching, I figured if I wanted my dream to come true, I’d have to be a compere. Because I never really thought I’d turn director,” he said. As he concluded his acceptance speech — a self-admittedly rehearsed script rendered with the command of a professional compere — the hearty applause was directed at not only his monumental achievement, but also his refreshing eloquence. He wasn’t the age-old director with a hangover from his pind, but a new-age one raised in the increasingly cosmopolitan South Mumbai. He was also not just a filmmaker good at calling the shots on set, but also a well-rounded personality, …

Sonakshi Sinha reveals how dad Shatrughan Sinha gave her ‘reverse nepotism’ treatment early in career | Exclusive

Sonakshi Sinha reveals how dad Shatrughan Sinha gave her ‘reverse nepotism’ treatment early in career | Exclusive

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In a career spanning over 15 years, actor Sonakshi Sinha has worked in a variety of films and shows, from action potboilers to police procedurals to the odd rom-com. Now, she is entering the legal drama space with her next film, System. Ahead of the release, Sonakshi sits down with Hindustan Times to chat about the film and how she found her character very relatable, right down to the meta ‘reverse nepotism’ joke. Shatrughan Sinha with daughter Sonakshi Sinha. Sonakshi Sinha on System System, directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, stars Sonakshi as a young public prosecutor who teams up with a court stenographer (Jyotika) to fight a murder case against a powerful businessman. “The film addressed so many issues that we may not even think of. These are derived from real people, real incidents, and things happening around us. At a lot of points, the film makes you question things. Any film that gets you started thinking about stuff is a good film,” says Sonakshi. Her character, Neha Rajvansh, is relatable, says Sonakshi, not because …