Arshad Warsi says Kangana Ranaut came with this idea of nepotism: ‘It’s not easy for a star kid, at the end of the day it’s about how talented you are’ |

Actor Arshad Warsi has shared his perspective on the long-running debate around nepotism, acknowledging that star kids may have an advantage when it comes to getting their first break but stressing that talent ultimately determines how long they can sustain a career.Arshad recalled that nepotism was not a major talking point when he entered the film industry. According to the actor, the subject gained widespread attention after Kangana Ranaut raised it publicly. While he accepts that preferential opportunities exist for those born into film families, he believes an easier entry does not guarantee success.“Kangana came out with the idea of nepotism, and then it got big, and everyone started talking about it. Yes, it’s there, but it doesn’t bother me. My heart tells me at the end of the day it’s about how talented you are and that’s how far you will go,” he said in an interview with Filmygyan.Arshad also spoke about the flip side of being a star kid, drawing from what he has observed with his own children. He explained that children of celebrities often face enormous expectations simply because of their parents’ identities, with people automatically assuming they should be capable actors.“I also know that it’s not easy for a star kid. The expectations are so high. It’s like today I see that happening with my child. The impression other people have of them, because they are my kids, is that they have to be good actors. I feel like, ‘oh my god, don’t say that,’ because everyone has their own personalities. Too much is expected of star kids, and they have to live up to too many people’s expectations. It’s not fair. The maximum that can happen to them is a door gets opened faster, but if you are not talented, it shuts down quickly.”The actor, who has two children, son Zeke Warsi and daughter Zene Zoe Warsi, said he is not particularly concerned about whether they achieve success or face failure in the industry. Instead, his priority is to see them develop genuine talent and a strong understanding of their craft.Arshad further noted that aspiring actors today are entering the industry with greater preparation, making it important for his children to be equally equipped if they choose to pursue acting.Meanwhile, Arshad is preparing for the release of his next film, Ghamasaan. Directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, the film features Pratik Gandhi, Rajpal Yadav and Ishita Dutta alongside Warsi. Ghamasaan is set to premiere on ZEE5 on September 11.If you’d like, I can also make this more punchy and entertainment-news style, while retaining the quotes exactly.