Anurag Kashyap is grateful that his daughter is not an actress
During a recent podcast appearance, Aaliyah Anurag Kashyap delved into a pivotal moment in her early acting career, recounting how her friendship with Ida Ali led to her involvement in a college short film. Kashyap revealed that Ali, her best friend, approached her to take on the lead role in a short film project they were working on during their college years. Reflecting on her unique position as the only Indian student in her college, Kashyap explained that she agreed to the role partly due to the scarcity of representation she observed in her environment.
The decision to accept the role marked a significant milestone for Kashyap, propelling her into the realm of acting. However, when she later shared news of her acting debut with her father, the reaction was unexpected. Kashyap disclosed that her father expressed gratitude that his daughter was not pursuing a career as an actress.
Kashyap’s father’s response highlights the tension that can arise between personal passions and familial expectations. Aaliyah Kashyap’s journey in acting continued beyond her college short film debut. She has her own podcast now.
Aaliyah Kashyap often speaks about the need to eliminate the stigma around mental health and be open about it and that there is no need to feel embarrassed about it. The podcaster will also be tying the knot soon.