Actor Varun Dhawan is currently immersed in the promotions of his recently released film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, where he stars opposite Janhvi Kapoor.
The film also features Sanya Malhotra in a key role. Since both Varun and Janhvi come from film families, questions about nepotism naturally came up during the press interactions. Addressing one such query, Varun offered a candid perspective on the industry and how talent ultimately defines success.
What did Varun say about nepotism?
In a video clip shared by Filmfare on their official Twitter handle, Varun Dhawan can be seen addressing the long-running nepotism debate. He explained that in Bollywood, everything comes down to performance once the camera starts rolling.
“Director ke action aur cut ke beech sab kuch khatam ho jata hai,” Varun said, indicating that family background or surnames hold no weight between the words “action” and “cut.” He added that what really matters is an actor’s ability to deliver in front of the camera.
According to him, true talent always shines through, and those who possess it will inevitably be noticed. Varun even named some outsider actors working in his latest film and praised the way they are carving a niche for themselves solely based on skill.
Is Bollywood really changing?
Varun further argued that while debates around nepotism often create noise, the reality is that new talent is getting opportunities. “Jo log shor machana chahte hain, wo machate rehte hain, lekin sach yeh hai ki naye talent ko kaam milta hai,” he said.
He reflected on his own film October (2018), where he worked alongside newcomer Banita Sandhu, and revealed that even in his upcoming projects, he is collaborating with fresh faces. Varun stressed that the industry is making efforts to bridge gaps of inequality, though those efforts often go unacknowledged.
Which production houses are supporting new actors?
Varun highlighted how big banners are also contributing to this change. He mentioned Dharma Productions, the studio behind Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, pointing out that the production house has consistently introduced new talent. He cited Lakshya, a recent debutant launched under Dharma, as an example of how opportunities are opening up for those outside film families.
The actor’s remarks come at a time when the nepotism debate continues to dominate social media discussions. His comments aim to underline that while family connections may open doors, long-term survival depends only on merit.
How has the film performed so far?
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari released on October 2 and has already received a decent response at the box office on its opening day. With Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, and Sanya Malhotra leading the cast, the film is expected to draw audiences in the coming weeks, while also sparking fresh conversations around the talent-versus-nepotism narrative in Bollywood.
Highlights:
- Varun Dhawan says, “Between action and cut, only talent speaks.”
- The actor believes Bollywood is evolving to give outsiders more opportunities.
- Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari was released on October 2 and opened to a fair response.