A video clip from the Netflix show ‘The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives’ has gone viral on social media, sparking a debate around nepotism in the industry.
In the scene, Maheep Kapoor is seen proudly chatting with daughters Shanaya Kapoor and Jahnvi Kapoor over lunch. She lauds the young girls for being “professionals” earning on their own at a young age.
However, the video has polarized views online. While Maheep meant to complement her daughters, many felt her claims were rather ‘delusional’. Reddit users argued that star kids receive unparalleled support through family wealth, contacts, and other privileges.
Commenters pointed out how Shanaya and Jahnvi have easy access to all the ‘right people’ through their illustrious industry links. From meetings to dance classes, their every need is taken care of without many of the struggles an outsider may face.
Some even viewed Maheep’s statement as being quite removed from ground realities, where talented outsiders pay their dues through vocational training and years of hard work to make a mark.
While not taking away from their talent, the clip reignited the debate around the head start young stars receive versus others climbing the ladder on their merit. It also provides an intriguing insight into the dynamics between ambition and privilege in Bollywood.
