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Anil Kapoor Reflects on Decades of Reinventing Himself in Bollywood
10 Oct
Summary
- Anil Kapoor shares early intimidating experiences working with legends
- Learned to block out criticism and focus on honest work
- Overcame fears of being typecast to take on diverse roles
On October 10th, 2025, acclaimed actor Anil Kapoor shared insights into his remarkable career journey at the ongoing FICCI Frames 2025 event. Kapoor reflected on the early days when he felt intimidated working with industry legends like Yash Chopra, Javed Akhtar, and Dilip Kumar. He recalled being "petrified" at the prospect of sharing screen space with such stalwarts in the film Mashaal.
Over the years, Kapoor has learned to tune out criticism and focus on delivering his best. He advised younger actors like Ranbir Kapoor to not take negative reviews too personally, as "success and failure are not in your hands." Kapoor also opened up about initially hesitating to take on the role in Zoya Akhtar's Dil Dhadakne Do, fearing he might be typecast as a father figure. However, he ultimately decided to embrace the opportunity and was pleased with the outcome.
Kapoor's versatility and willingness to take on challenging roles have been the hallmarks of his enduring career. As he continues to reinvent himself, the veteran actor remains an inspiration for aspiring performers in the ever-evolving Indian film industry.
