Vaani Kapoor: Navigating Failure and Personal Growth post Khel Khel Mein. In a candid interview with Hindustan Times, Bollywood actor Vaani Kapoor shared her insights on dealing with failure, embracing ageing, and her journey of learning. As she turned 36, Vaani reflected on her career, the pressure of self-expectations, and the distinctive roles she has portrayed.
Detaching from Failures
Vaani Kapoor has worked on diverse projects, including films like “Shuddh Desi Romance,” “Befikre,” “War,” “Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui,” “Shamshera,” and “Khel Khel Mein.” Some succeeded, while others faced box office challenges. Vaani says the importance of detachment from professional life to personal life. Her ongoing process is learning from failures and taking the good from each experience.
The Burden of Self-Expectations: As an actor, Vaani recognizes the self-inflicted pressure that often accompanies failure. She now understands that filmmaking is a collaborative effort—a result of many people coming together. From the director’s vision to editing, background scores, and contributions from the entire team, it’s not solely on her shoulders. Despite this realization, Vaani admits she tends to take failures personally but consciously tries to detach herself from that burden.
Cherishing Distinctive Roles
Looking back at her career, Vaani Kapoor holds a special place for characters like Shyra from “Befikre.” While some movies didn’t receive the expected love, she remains attached to roles that touched her heart. According to her, “Befikre” was made with love and the right intentions. Snd she hopes it finds a place in everyone’s heart someday.
Turning 36, Vaani has made peace with growing older. She looks forward to spending time with family and friends on her birthday, finding joy in those connections. Her passion for acting keeps her motivated, and she accepts the passage of time gracefully.
Vaani Kapoor: Navigating Failure: As for her next project. Vaani remains tight-lipped but is excited about the work she’s currently involved in.