Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently shared his insights on Bollywood star kids, highlighting how Ananya Panday’s career path shifted after Siddhant Chaturvedi’s candid remark and suggesting that parental influence often hinders others’ growth.
Anurag Kashyap Weighs In on Star Kids
Anurag Kashyap, known for his unfiltered opinions, recently opened up about his favorite star kids in the industry. During an interview with The Juggernaut, he named actors like Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday, and Ayan Mukerji.
He also extended his appreciation to South Indian talents such as Dhanush and Fahadh Faasil, showcasing a broad perspective on acting lineage.
Ananya Panday’s Turning Point
Kashyap specifically praised Ananya Panday’s recent performances, attributing her evolution to a pivotal moment. He believes Siddhant Chaturvedi’s infamous “struggle” comment in 2019 acted as a significant wake-up call for her.
During a roundtable interview, Ananya had spoken about her “struggle” of not being on Koffee With Karan. Siddhant then famously retorted, “Everyone has their own struggle. The only difference is jahan humare sapne poore hote hain, wahan inka struggle shuru hota hai” (their struggle begins where our dreams are fulfilled).
Anurag noted that something “altered inside her” after this public exchange, leading to a noticeable change in her approach to acting.
Embracing Risk and Growth
Following that incident, Kashyap observed Ananya in films like CTRL and Kho Gaye Hum Kahan. He believes she either “figured out” her path or is actively “on the path to find herself.”
He commended her for taking risks and not playing it safe, unlike some of her peers. According to Kashyap, Ananya is now experimenting with her roles and showcasing a more mature approach to her career.
The Parental Influence on Star Kids
Kashyap also highlighted a broader issue concerning star kids: parental interference. He believes that while the young actors themselves are often “much more smart,” their parents tend to hold them back.
He explained that parents, out of a desire to protect and ensure a “successful career” for their children, often restrict their choices. This “parental thing,” as he calls it, prevents the kids from making their own decisions and experiencing things normally.
Kashyap concluded that the real problem lies not with the star kids themselves but with the “safety” measures and control exerted by their parents, hindering their natural growth and independent choices in the industry.
- Anurag Kashyap believes Ananya Panday’s career evolved significantly after Siddhant Chaturvedi’s 2019 “struggle” remark.
- He praises Ananya for taking risks and experimenting with her roles, unlike other star kids.
- Kashyap suggests that many star kids are held back by their parents’ desire for control and safety, preventing their independent growth.
Kashyap’s insights offer a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by star kids in the competitive landscape of Bollywood, emphasizing the importance of independent growth over parental control.
