Actress Neetu Chandra recently shared her perspective on the ongoing debate about nepotism and the concept of privilege versus non-privileged backgrounds in the film industry. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, she offered a refreshing and honest viewpoint.
Neetu Chandra on Her Background
She stated that she considers herself lucky not to belong to any privileged or Bollywood family, as she has nothing to lose and no pressure to carry forward a legacy. "I feel it's a good thing that I come from a non-privileged, non-filmy background. I will tell you why: I don't have a legacy to carry forward. I don't have anything to lose," she said.
Her Take on Nepotism
She added, "Let's be honest, nepotism will always exist. It's just like how a doctor would want their child to become a doctor. It's the same in Bollywood and every industry." She emphasized the difference between privileged and non-privileged backgrounds: "There is a big difference between being privileged and non-privileged, having a film background or coming from a non-filmy background. I come from a non-filmy background and not from a privileged class. That's why I have to fight every single time. And honestly, everyone has to go through their own struggles."
Performance Matters Most
The actress further noted, "It's not like I have done something extraordinary, but if you can handle things mentally, that itself is a big achievement. I personally feel that no matter where you come from, when you stand between 'action' and 'cut', it's all about your performance, whether you are from a privileged group or not, whether you belong to a film family or not."
Gratitude and Fighting Spirit
She concluded, "Whatever I am getting today is a blessing. I didn't come from anywhere, and today I am sitting here in front of you. This fighting spirit will stay with me for life, and I love it. Thank you, Bollywood, for recognizing me. I will always be a part of this industry."
About Neetu Chandra
Neetu Chandra is known for films like Garam Masala, Traffic Signal, and Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! among others. She is now set to share screen space with Sanjay Dutt in the upcoming movie Khalnayak 2.
