Madhoo recalls how Pooja Bhatt whole heartedly embraced nepotism: Why should I apologize?
Mumbai, June 27
Veteran actress Madhoo recalled how she was impressed by actress Pooja Bhatt in the 90s for wholeheartedly embracing nepotism without being apologetic.
During one of her throwback interviews, Pooja had answered the question, "Everybody asks this question that Pooja Bhatt only gives successful movies when Mahesh Bhatt makes movies. When she makes films with other directors, she is unable to deliver a hit, and Mahesh Bhatt is making films only for Pooja."
To this, Pooja had given a savage reply saying, "So what, why should I feel guilty. I am born to Mahesh Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt is a director and he is making films. This is my privilege. Why should I apologize for my privilege, which God has given me?"
The father and daughter duo have worked together in 13 projects till now, including 'Daddy (1989)', and 'Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin (1991)'.
Coming back to Madhoo, she was recently seen in the movie "Governor," opposite Manoj Bajpayee.
During her conversation with IANS, Madhoo revealed a fun incident of meeting Bajpyee at a nightclub.
Madhoo shared, "My party gang was not from the film world. It was my college mates and my schoolmates. And we painted Bombay red. From RGs to the 1900s to Raspberry Rhinoceros to Cyclone, all these J49, all the nightclubs. I was a regular. In fact, Manoj Bajpai ji remembers an incident where after his Satya released, he said he came to J49."
"And there he saw me partying. And he came with his buddies, and he said, "Hey, look there, Madhu, Madhu, Madhu". And then apparently, I went up to him and introduced myself because I had seen his film and as I told you, I became a fan. So, I believe I went up to him introduced myself," added the 'Roja' actress.
— IANS
Reader Comments
I get her point but it's not just about privilege—it's about the lack of opportunities for outsiders. Yes, she was born to Mahesh Bhatt and that's her reality, but when people ask this, they're pointing out an uneven playing field. A little sensitivity would have been nice. Still, respect for being straightforward.
Madhoo is such a class act. From Roja to Governor, she's still active and humble. The Manoj Bajpayee story was hilarious—imagine a fan meeting her idol and the idol being starstruck too. Bollywood needs more such genuine moments.
Pooja's statement has aged well tbh. In today's social media culture, everyone expects a fake apology for everything. She was just being real. But I really enjoyed Madhoo's interview—she seems like someone who doesn't take herself too seriously.
Yaar, but this nepotism thing is a double-edged sword. Yes, Pooja got opportunities because of her father, but she also delivered hits like Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin. Talent matters too. And Madhoo's story shows that even established actors like Manoj Bajpayee can be fans of others. Chalo, good article!
I think Pooja's response was a bit arrogant. Sure, privilege is real, but many talented people from non-film backgrounds struggle. A little acknowledgment of the system wouldn't hurt. But I loved Madhoo's candidness—she seems like a genuine person who enjoys life
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