Janhvi Kapoor, the talented young actress, has not only made her mark in the Indian film industry with her performances but has also shown remarkable resilience in the face of challenges. Let’s delve into Janhvi’s unwavering passion for acting and how her late mother, the legendary Sridevi, played a significant role in shaping her career.
Janhvi Kapoor stepped into the limelight with her debut film, “Dhadak,” released in July 2018. But what many people didn’t know was that her mother, Sridevi, had passed away just a few months before the film’s release. Sridevi, a celebrated actor herself, had always been more than just an inspiration for Janhvi. On her first day of shooting, Janhvi felt the weight of her mother’s legacy. Sridevi was there, albeit hiding behind a tree with designer Manish Malhotra, watching her daughter’s first shot. Janhvi confessed, “I was the most nervous about her being around. She told me she wasn’t there, but I found out later that she was. I was very nervous about her opinion.”
Janhvi Kapoor’s Passion for Acting:
Despite her mother’s absence, Janhvi Kapoor continued pursuing her passion for acting. After the release of her latest film, “Bawaal,” Janhvi received an unexpected call. It was from one of Sridevi’s friends who had worked with her on a book. This friend revealed what Sridevi had said after watching Janhvi’s performance on the set of “Dhadak.” The words were a revelation for Janhvi: “She has it in her, she has it in her to do really, really well. I’m very proud.”
However, Sridevi’s support wasn’t always unwavering. Before her passing, she had expressed reservations about Janhvi’s acting career. Sridevi believed that acting was a challenging profession and wanted her children to lead a more relaxed life. In an interview, Janhvi revealed, “She never wanted me to be an actress… She thought I was naive, that I wasn’t thick-skinned enough.” Despite this caution, Janhvi remained determined to follow her passion and honor her mother’s legacy. She vowed, “I will die trying.”
In the end, Janhvi Kapoor’s journey is a poignant reminder that passion, determination, and a mother’s silent encouragement can shape destinies, even when faced with adversity. As she treads the path her mother once walked, Janhvi Kapoor remains committed to making her own mark in the world of cinema.