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Meezaan Jafri Pushes Back on ‘Star Kid’ Myths as De De Pyaar De 2 Boosts His Profile

In new interviews, the actor describes nepotism as a mix of access with pressure, stressing patience over publicity.

Overview

  • He calls it “stupid” to claim star kids have it easy, saying any advantages come with baggage and heavy expectations.
  • He acknowledges groupism in Bollywood, noting tight circles and links between talent agencies and production houses that shape who gets work.
  • He says he has avoided PR and gimmicks since his 2019 debut, choosing fewer roles so his work can speak for him.
  • He recounts rehearsing for roughly 10 days to film a high-energy sequence with his father Jaaved Jaaferi in De De Pyaar De 2.
  • De De Pyaar De 2 opened on November 14 with Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan and Rakul Preet Singh, and has earned ₹61.85 crore domestically after a mixed critical reception, according to Hindustan Times.