Monday, February 9, 2026
ADVT 
Bollywood

Anushka, Imitiaz Play Safe: KJo-Ranaut Nepotism Debate

Darpan News Desk IANS, 21 Jul, 2017 01:44 PM
  • Anushka, Imitiaz Play Safe: KJo-Ranaut Nepotism Debate
Karan Johar and Kangana Ranaut's on-going nepotism debate took a new twist on the official trailer launch event of ' Jab Harry Met Sejal'.
 
During the official trailer launch of the movie on Friday, when director Imtiaz Ali and Anushka Sharma were questioned upon their take with regard to the hot hitting Nepotism topic of Bollywood industry; the response added another layer.
 
Imtiaz was asked, "Nepotism exists in the industry have you faced nepotism ever in the industry?" to this the 'Tamasha' director replied, "We all three are outsiders. If there was any nepotism against us then we wouldn't have been here. If I am here, it is only because of the love and affection of the existing film industry of that time."
 
 
However, Anushka and Ali agreed to the fact that if nepotism is a part of this industry then it is wrong and every individual's personal experiences should be respected.
 
The 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' star stated, "Everybody has their own experience and it has to respected and valued."
 
The debate began when KJo was accused by Kangana as the flagbearer of nepotism during KJo's chat show, ' Koffee with Karan'. During the IIFA 2017 event in New York, when Varun Dhawan, Saif Ali Khan and Karan Johar ganged up against Ranaut the issue was sparked up again.

MORE Bollywood ARTICLES

Shahid Kapoor On Why He Takes Part In IIFA Every Year

I love the IIFA. I love the event; I love the fact that you get to travel to different countries and meet people you don't even know.

Shahid Kapoor On Why He Takes Part In IIFA Every Year

Risk Over Repetition: Shahid Kapoor On His Evolution

Risk Over Repetition: Shahid Kapoor On His Evolution
From the much-loved chocolate boy of "Ishq Vishq" to the effortless portrayal of intense roles in "Haider", "Udta Punjab" and "Rangoon", Shahid Kapoor's evolution as an actor comes from the fact that he prefers to take risks.

Risk Over Repetition: Shahid Kapoor On His Evolution

I Believe In Quality Of Work: Mandira Bedi

"I believe in quality of work. I go extra mile to make my role more real and try to connect it with the audience," Mandira said in a statement.

I Believe In Quality Of Work: Mandira Bedi

All Is Fine: Manoj Bajpayee On Being Hospitalised

All Is Fine: Manoj Bajpayee On Being Hospitalised
Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who was hospitalised due to a severe headache, says all is fine and and he is back to work here.

All Is Fine: Manoj Bajpayee On Being Hospitalised

Every Sunday Is My Cheat Day: Tiger Shroff

Every Sunday Is My Cheat Day: Tiger Shroff
"It just resets your system and makes you feel better. This Sunday I had ice cream a lot, some 10-15 scoops. I like mint chocolate chip very much," he added.

Every Sunday Is My Cheat Day: Tiger Shroff

Privilege To Share Stage With Father, Shabana: Farhan

Privilege To Share Stage With Father, Shabana: Farhan
Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar says it was a privilege to share the stage with his father and lyricist Javed Akhtar along with veteran actress Shabana Azmi.

Privilege To Share Stage With Father, Shabana: Farhan