Summary
Saif Ali Khan defended nepotism in Bollywood, stating that it is a genetic bet on the success of star kids. He believes that it is more about genetics than nepotism, as producers are making an investment based on the successful history of actors like Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra. Saif argued that nepotism will continue to be debated for a long time, as it is essentially a genetic investment in the industry. He emphasized that his own success was due to his mother, Sharmila Tagore’s genetics, rather than just nepotism. Saif has always supported the idea of launching star kids in Bollywood.
Saif Ali Khan fires back at people calling him ‘a product of nepotism’
Saif Ali Khan has always been a strong supporter of launching star kids and never misses a chance to defend nepotism.
The Nawab of Bollywood recently opened a debate about the same, that he says ‘will go on for a long time’. According to the dashing Bollywood actor, nepotism is just another word for “genetic bet.”
“When you think of Amitabh Bachchan’s son or Dharmendra’s son, you’re thinking maybe history will repeat itself. So, they are making a genetic bet. That’s what I am thinking, rather than just making a bet on talent,” said Saif in an interview with NDTV.
He further added, “So yes, maybe I got a chance because of my mother (Sharmila Tagore), but that is more genetics than nepotism. It’s a genetic investment that the producer was making.”