Kartik Aaryan, who has become one of Bollywood’s most sought-after stars over the past decade, recently revealed that his journey wasn’t without challenges, including losing opportunities to industry insiders.
In a conversation with The Indian Express, Kartik addressed the ongoing insider vs. outsider debate in Bollywood. He shared, “Meri bhi opportunities kai baar aise gai hai jahan pe mujhe aisa laga ki maybe I should have gotten the opportunity rather than someone who is from the family or whatever (I have also lost opportunities where I thought I should have gotten the opportunity rather than someone who is from the family or whatever).”
Acknowledging the privilege insiders have, he added, “It’s not their fault. I have made my peace with it. If I had been born in that family, the same would have happened to me too.”
The Pyaar Ka Punchnama actor further highlighted the need for a fairer comparison between insiders and outsiders. He pointed out that instead of merely comparing the number of films they’ve done, it’s essential to examine the caliber of makers and producers they’ve had the opportunity to work with. “I think that is a comparison which can be fair,” Kartik explained.
On the work front, Kartik was last seen in Chandu Champion. He called his visit to Rashtrapati Bavan a special day of the year after he met President of India Droupadi Murmu and witnessed the grand Arjuna Award ceremony on January 17. He was invited along with Chandu Champion director Kabir Khan. He also starred in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, the third installment of the hit horror-comedy franchise. The Anees Bazmee-directed film featured an ensemble cast, including Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit, and Triptii Dimri.
