Parineeti Chopra, the acclaimed actress, recently opened up about the presumed privileges of being related to global star Priyanka Chopra. She firmly stated, “If being related to Priyanka Chopra could’ve helped my career, then I wouldn’t have had any flops in my career. I’ve seen such lows in the last 10 years.”
Nepotism vs. Favouritism: Parineeti’s Perspective
On the nepotism debate, Chopra shared her belief that every person with industry connections faces immense pressure. She said, “You can be a complete outsider, and it’s very difficult to survive. Or, you could be related to somebody and get that first meeting, but after that, your journey is your own.” She further added, “Nepotism may or may not be real, but favouritism is real.”
Feeling Left Out in Bollywood Camps
Parineeti acknowledged feeling left out of certain groups or “camps” in Bollywood. She revealed missing out on job opportunities because she didn’t attend industry gatherings, giving filmmakers the wrong impression about her availability and interest.
Landing a Job at Yash Raj Films
Recounting her journey, Parineeti shared how she landed a job at Yash Raj Films, which eventually led her to pursue acting. She said, “I took Priyanka’s mother, my badi mumma, into confidence. I said, ‘Listen, can you please help me find a job? I’ll come to Mumbai. I won’t even go back home to Ambala, just help me.'”
From Marketing Intern to Actress
Despite struggling to find a banking job, Parineeti’s visit to a film set sparked her interest in the industry. She recalled, “I’d just gone to set to see her, and something clicked.” Motivated, she approached the marketing head at Yash Raj Films and secured an internship. A year later, she was offered a three-film deal by the production house, kickstarting her acting career.
Parineeti Chopra’s candid insights shed light on the complexities of the nepotism debate and the challenges faced by individuals, regardless of their connections. Her journey from a marketing intern to a successful actress serves as a testament to her determination and talent, proving that favouritism, rather than nepotism, may be a more prevalent concern in the industry.