Overview

• Kajol told PTI that second-generation actors now endure pressure to deliver immediate results rather than being allowed time to grow
• She noted that trolls target newcomers regardless of lineage but draw extra attention when they involve star children
• The veteran actor emphasized that sustaining a career today demands continuous unlearning and experimentation across new genres and formats
• Kajol praised the current crop of performers for pursuing diverse ventures and digital projects to secure longer-term relevance
• She will play Ibrahim Ali Khan’s mother in Sarzameen, which is set to premiere on Jio Hotstar on July 25, 2025