5 years, 10 months ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s niece Sharmin Segal on nepotism: ‘We should not misuse our opportunity’

Debutante actor Sharmin Segal, who is gearing up for the release of her film Malaal, says that nepotism exists everywhere including Bollywood and that star children are usually under more pressure to prove their worth than outsiders. Sharmin Segal with co-star Meezaan, Sanjay Leela Bhansali and his mother. Asked about her opinion on nepotism, Sharmin, who is the niece of filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, told media: “Yes, there is nepotism in Bollywood but also in every field. Sharmin, who started assisting Bhansali from the film Baajirao Mastani, said that she wasn’t sure if she wants to take up acting professionally though she had an interest in performances.

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3 days, 11 hours ago

Nepotism in Hollywood vs Bollywood: A tale of talent or just a lucky surname?

India Today

Nepotism - one of the most overused and controversial words in entertainment today. But let’s be honest - while nepotism has always existed, the issue has become more apparent with the rise of the new nepo babies. And nothing makes that clearer than Bollywood’s Nadaaniyan, starring Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor. Shahid Kapoor and Abhishek Bachchan carved their own …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Can’t blame Bollywood alone for nepotism, says Kriti Sanon

The Hindu

Actor and producer Kriti Sanon recently shared her thoughts on nepotism while speaking at the 55th International Film Festival in Goa. Kriti, who has carved her place in Bollywood without connections in the film industry, spoke candidly during a masterclass about the struggles faced by outsiders and how the "media" and "audiences" contribute to the nepotism conversation. During her conversation, …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Kriti Sanon Shares Bollywood Is 'Not Much Responsible' For Nepotism: 'If You’re Not Talented...'

ABP News

Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon, who recently marked her debut as a producer with the streaming release of Do Patti, has shared her perspective on the ongoing issue of nepotism in the film industry. Kriti Sanon on Nepotism in Bollywood Speaking at the 55th International Film Festival of India in Goa during a session titled Empowering Change: Women Leading the Way …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Kriti Sanon: Bollywood not responsible for nepotism alone, audience plays role too

India Today

Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon, known for her roles in Mimi and Bareilly Ki Barfi, shared her thoughts on nepotism during a session at the International Film Festival of India in Goa. Of course, when you don’t belong to a film background, it takes time for you to get there. So I think it’s a circle.” Despite these challenges, Sanon emphasised …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Kriti Sanon says Bollywood is ‘not so much’ responsible for nepotism: ‘If you’re not talented…’

Hindustan Times

Kriti Sanon is one actor who made it on her own terms in the Hindi film industry. As per a report by DNA, she said that industry is ‘not so much’ responsible for nepotism, and it is a cycle that involves the media and audience also. What Kriti Sanon said about nepotism At the masterclass session, Kriti said: "I feel …

9 months, 2 weeks ago

Sharmin Segal reveals why she didn't work with Sanjay Leela Bhansali in Ram-Leela: ‘I could’ve, but I felt I didn’t...’

Hindustan Times

Actor Sharmin Segal has spoken about why she chose not to assist her uncle-filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali in Ram-Leela but worked with him in Bajirao Mastani. Sharmin Segal worked with her uncle, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, in Heeramandi. Sharmin on not working in Ram-Leela Sharmin said, “I could’ve worked in Ram-Leela but I felt like I didn’t deserve that chance of …

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Sharmin Segal hit with new wave of internet fury for 'bullying' Heeramandi co-star Sanjeeda Shaikh during interview

Hindustan Times

Sharmin Segal has been receiving criticism for her ‘expressionless’ acting ever since Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi released on May 1. In the interview, Sharmin is seen negating the statement made by her co-star Sanjeeda Shaikh when she called Bhansali a ‘perfectionist.’ Sharmin Segal and Sanjeeda Shaikh starred in Heeramandi. What Sharmin said In the interview, when Sanjeeda was asked about …

10 months, 1 week ago

Heeramandi actor Sharmin Segal's throwback reaction to criticism: ‘People will say what they have to say’

Hindustan Times

Ever since Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar released, Sharmin Segal, who is Sanjay Leela Bhansali's niece, has been receiving flak for her performance in the web show. Sharmin Segal, who is Sanjay Leela Bhansali's niece, was seen in the role of Alamzeb in web show, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. On criticism for her performance in Heeramandi “There is a lot of …

10 months, 2 weeks ago

Sharmin Segal's co-star Shruti Sharma backs her amid criticism for Heeramandi: ‘It is a kind of mental harassment’

Hindustan Times

Sharmin Segal was recently subject to criticism after Sanjay Leela Bhansali's web show Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar released. Sharmin Segal's Heeramandi co-star backs her amid social media criticism. Shruti Sharma backs Sharmin Segal In an interview with Pinkvilla, Shruti, who played the role of Sharmin's confidante in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film, recently commented on the trolling that Sharmin had received …

11 months, 1 week ago

Vidya Balan weighs in on nepotism in Bollywood: 'Kisi ki baap ki industry...'

Hindustan Times

Vidya Balan is all geared up for her upcoming rom-com Do Aur Do Pyaar. Vidya Balan gets candid about nepotism in Bollywood Vidya opened up on the topic of nepotism and how it affected her. Kisi ki baap ki industry nahi hai, nahi toh har baap ka beta, har baap ki beti successful hote.” The actor further added, “I have …

4 years, 7 months ago

Shweta Tripathi Opens Up About Nepotism, Shares What Nawazuddin Siddiqui Told Her About Talent In Bollywood

News 18

Actress Shweta Tripathi, who has been a part of critically acclaimed projects like Masaan, Mirzapur and Haraamkhor, opened up about the ongoing debate about nepotism in Bollywood. She said that she believes that nepotism exists in every industry and thrives because there is a demand to watch star-kids films. Talking to Times of India, Shweta said, "From day 1, I …

4 years, 8 months ago

If nepotism was a reality, I would have been a superstar by now, says Siddhanth Kapoor

Hindustan Times

While the debate about star kids having an upper hand in Bollywood rages on, actor Siddhanth Kapoor feels that this whole discussion is a bit “misplaced” and his career is a proof of it. Actor Siddhanth Kapoor says he does not believe in the word “nepotism.” The actor, son of Shakti Kapoor, tells us, “It’s not about nepotism. I don’t …

4 years, 8 months ago

Abhay Deol weighs in on the nepotism debate, says 'talent everywhere deserves a chance to shine in their medium'

Firstpost

Abhay Deol says nepotism is prevalent everywhere in India, be it politics, business, or film, and talking about one industry, while ignoring others, will be incomplete and counterproductive. Bollywood actor Abhay Deol has agreed that nepotism is prevalent everywhere in our culture. Read the post below Abhay Deol said that he had worked with his family in only one movie, …

4 years, 8 months ago

Soni Razdan says film industry personalities 'ranting about nepotism' will also endorse their children's careers in future

Firstpost

Recently, director Hansal Mehta and Alia Bhatt’s mother and actress Soni Razdan defended the culture of nepotism in the Indian film industry on social media. Recently, director Hansal Mehta and Alia Bhatt’s mother and actress Soni Razdan discussed this issue on social media. — Hansal Mehta June 23, 2020 Razdan responded to Mehta’s tweet by saying that those who are …

5 years, 8 months ago

Malaal movie review: Sanjay Leela Bhansali launches his niece and Jaaved Jaaferi's son in a dreary film

Firstpost

Language: Hindi with some Marathi This morning as I settled into my seat to watch Malaal, I could not help but notice that there were just three other people in the hall with me. Malaal is Blockbuster Bhansali’s launch vehicle for his niece Sharmin Segal — daughter of his sister Bela Segal, a director and accomplished editor in her own …

5 years, 8 months ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali on launching Sharmin Sehgal, Mezaan in Malaal: Idea that I 'made' them is nonsense

Firstpost

This week, Bollywood will be introduced to two fresh faces who are Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s protégés. The leading filmmaker, who is launching his niece Sharmin Segal and Meezaan, son of veteran actor Jaaved Jaaferi, in a love story Malaal, feels it is a difficult time for first-time actors. While taking about the debutantes, Sehgal and Meezan, Bhansali tells Bombay Times, …

5 years, 10 months ago

Malaal first look: Sharmin Segal and Meezaan Jaaferi look deeply in love

India Today

The much-awaited first look of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's niece Sharmin Segal and Jaaved Jaaferi's son Meezaan's debut film Malaal has been released. Meezaan Jaaferi worked as an assistant director on Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Bajirao Mastani. Sanjay Leela Bhansali is currently busy with his next project Inshallah starring Alia Bhatt and Salman Khan. Inshallah brings Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Salman Khan …

5 years, 10 months ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali to launch niece Sharmin Segal with Jaaved Jaaferi’s son Meezaan in Malaal. Deets inside

India TV News

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is all set to treat the viewers with another bunch of new actors after he launched Ranbir Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor in Bollywood. Directed by Mangesh Hadawale, Malaal is being produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Bhushan Kumar, Mahaveer Jain and Krishan Kumar. Bollywood critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to his social media to share the …

5 years, 10 months ago

Malaal: Sanjay Leela Bhansali to launch niece Sharmin Segal, Meezaan Jaaferi in upcoming drama

Firstpost

The trailer of Malaal, backed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, will be unveiled on 18 May Leading filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali is all set to introduce his niece Sharmin Segal and Meezaan, son of Jaaved Jaaferi, in his upcoming project Malaal. Malaal is being helmed by Mangesh Hadawale, produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Bhushan Kumar, Mahaveer Jain and Krishan Kumar. Check …

5 years, 10 months ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali to launch niece Sharmin Segal opposite Meezaan Jaaferi in Malaal

India Today

Sanjay Leela Bhansali will be launching his niece Sharmin Segal with his home production Malaal. Sanjay Leela Bhansali introduces his niece Sharmin Segal and Meezaan in #Malaal. Inshallah brings Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Salman Khan back together after two decades, though he made a cameo in Sanjay's Saawariya. Talking about working with Salman, Sanjay Leela Bhansali said, "After Khamoshi: The …

5 years, 11 months ago

Nepotism debate: It's all about relative merit in Bollywood

Firstpost

This weekend, Pranutan Bahl and Zaheer Iqbal make their debuts in Salman Khan’s new production Notebook. Pranutan and Zaheer’s debut film happens at a time when Saif Ali Khan’s daughter Sara is going strong after her back-to-back debut in December, when Kedarnath and Simmba opened one after the other and went onto become big hits. The late Sridevi’s daughter Janhvi …

6 years, 7 months ago

Alia Bhatt on nepotism: If I was on the other side, I would be heartbroken

India Today

It was in early 2017 that Kangana Ranaut opened a can of worms when she openly declared Karan Johar as the flag-bearer of nepotism in Bollywood. It is no secret that star kids get it easy than an outsider in Bollywood, and Alia Bhatt, too, feels that nepotism does exist in the Hindi film industry. Daughter of Mahesh Bhatt and …

6 years, 8 months ago

Bollywood: How nepotism fares at the box office

Live Mint

New Delhi: Actor Kangana Ranaut’s comment on nepotism in Bollywood on Karan Johar’s chat show last February, sparked a nationwide debate. The Hindi remake of Marathi blockbuster Sairat features Ishaan Khatter, half brother of actor Shahid Kapoor, and late actor Sridevi’s daughter Jahnvi Kapoor. The biggest disaster so far has been director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s fantasy romantic thriller Mirzya that …

7 years, 7 months ago

Shabana Azmi on nepotism: How do you explain Nawaz, Vidya and Deepika’s success?

Hindustan Times

The nepotism debate has gripped Bollywood, with stars weighing in with their opinion every other day. “What happens is that jab ek topic chidta hai, everybody hops on the bandwagon without considering it to its full extent,” says Shabana, who has been part of Bollywood for more than four decades. The actors refers to quite a considerable number of actors, …

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s niece Sharmin Segal on nepotism: ‘We should not misuse our opportunity’

History of this topic

Nepotism in Hollywood vs Bollywood: A tale of talent or just a lucky surname?

Can’t blame Bollywood alone for nepotism, says Kriti Sanon

Kriti Sanon Shares Bollywood Is 'Not Much Responsible' For Nepotism: 'If You’re Not Talented...'

Kriti Sanon: Bollywood not responsible for nepotism alone, audience plays role too

Kriti Sanon says Bollywood is ‘not so much’ responsible for nepotism: ‘If you’re not talented…’

Sharmin Segal reveals why she didn't work with Sanjay Leela Bhansali in Ram-Leela: ‘I could’ve, but I felt I didn’t...’

Sharmin Segal hit with new wave of internet fury for 'bullying' Heeramandi co-star Sanjeeda Shaikh during interview

Heeramandi actor Sharmin Segal's throwback reaction to criticism: ‘People will say what they have to say’

Sharmin Segal's co-star Shruti Sharma backs her amid criticism for Heeramandi: ‘It is a kind of mental harassment’

Vidya Balan weighs in on nepotism in Bollywood: 'Kisi ki baap ki industry...'

Shweta Tripathi Opens Up About Nepotism, Shares What Nawazuddin Siddiqui Told Her About Talent In Bollywood

If nepotism was a reality, I would have been a superstar by now, says Siddhanth Kapoor

Abhay Deol weighs in on the nepotism debate, says 'talent everywhere deserves a chance to shine in their medium'

Soni Razdan says film industry personalities 'ranting about nepotism' will also endorse their children's careers in future

Malaal movie review: Sanjay Leela Bhansali launches his niece and Jaaved Jaaferi's son in a dreary film

Sanjay Leela Bhansali on launching Sharmin Sehgal, Mezaan in Malaal: Idea that I 'made' them is nonsense

Malaal first look: Sharmin Segal and Meezaan Jaaferi look deeply in love

Sanjay Leela Bhansali to launch niece Sharmin Segal with Jaaved Jaaferi’s son Meezaan in Malaal. Deets inside

Malaal: Sanjay Leela Bhansali to launch niece Sharmin Segal, Meezaan Jaaferi in upcoming drama

Sanjay Leela Bhansali to launch niece Sharmin Segal opposite Meezaan Jaaferi in Malaal

Nepotism debate: It's all about relative merit in Bollywood

Alia Bhatt on nepotism: If I was on the other side, I would be heartbroken

Bollywood: How nepotism fares at the box office

Shabana Azmi on nepotism: How do you explain Nawaz, Vidya and Deepika’s success?

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