In a recent podcast episode hosted by Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa, actress Zareen Khan opened up about the difficulties she faced after her Bollywood debut with the film Veer. Zareen Khan shared the challenges she faced for being compared to Katrina Kaif. Read more to know.
Reflecting on her early career, Zareen Khan admitted that the comparison to Katrina Kaif, though initially flattering, ultimately proved to be a double-edged sword. Zareen Khan shared that the release of Veer was a transformative experience for her. At the time, the comparison to the established and popular actress Katrina Kaif seemed like a significant achievement, especially given Zareen Khan’s previous struggles with her weight. However, this comparison quickly became a source of discomfort and criticism.
The actress revealed that her early years in the film industry were fraught with challenges. Despite the initial excitement of being compared to Katrina Kaif, the reality of working in Bollywood brought about numerous difficulties. Zareen Khan felt like an outsider, struggling to find her place in an industry that seemed to view her with suspicion.
She explained that many people within the industry misinterpreted her reserved demeanor as arrogance, partly because she was introduced by Salman Khan. This perception added to her struggles and compounded her feelings of isolation and self-doubt.
Here’s what Zareen Khan Shared:
Zareen Khan admitted that while being likened to Katrina Kaif felt like a huge compliment, it ultimately created more problems than she expected. The comparison, rather than boosting her career, led to increased criticism and challenges within the industry. Zareen Khan felt like an outsider, struggling with feelings of isolation and being misperceived as arrogant, partly due to the high-profile backing of Salman Khan who introduced her.