Meezaan Jafri, who is currently enjoying the positive response to his recent film 'De De Pyaar De 2', has directly addressed the perennial topic of nepotism that follows star kids in Bollywood. The actor, son of veteran Jaaved Jaaferi, did not shy away from a candid conversation about the privileges and prejudices that come with his lineage.
The Double-Edged Sword of Being a Star Kid
In a revealing interview, Meezaan tackled the common public perception that children of film stars have an easy path to success. He expressed that while there are certain advantages, the narrative is far more complex. "One false belief is that we have it easy," Meezaan stated openly. He elaborated on the dual perspective, noting, "Someone who says that is quite stupid. Yes, of course, we have it easy in a very different perspective, but then we have it difficult also in a different perspective, because that baggage and burden is also there on that star kid."
He powerfully concluded this thought by emphasizing that it's often easier to enter the industry with a clean slate than to carry the heavy expectations and preconceived notions that come with a famous surname.
Admitting the Reality of Bollywood Groupism
When questioned about his relatively sparse filmography since his debut in 2019, Meezaan acknowledged another open secret of the Hindi film industry: groupism. He clarified that it is a standard reality where everyone tends to work within their own circles.
According to him, many actors and filmmakers have their preferred groups, and it is common for talent management agencies to be linked with specific production houses. Meezaan showed a clear understanding of this system, indicating that he fully comprehends how these internal networks operate and influence casting decisions.
Riding High on the Success of 'De De Pyaar De 2'
This insightful discussion comes at a time when the actor is riding high on the success of his latest release, 'De De Pyaar De 2'. The film is a romantic comedy sequel to the 2019 hit 'De De Pyaar De'. Directed by Anshul Sharma, the movie features an ensemble cast including Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, and Rakul Preet Singh in lead roles.
Meezaan Jafri and his real-life father Jaaved Jaaferi appear in supporting roles, alongside Gautami Kapoor and Ishita Dutta. The story continues the age-gap romantic comedy theme, following Ashish as he visits Ayesha's family home, leading to a series of humorous and heartfelt family dramas. R. Madhavan plays the role of Ayesha's father in the film. The movie was released worldwide in theatres on November 14, 2025.
