Abhishek Kumar and Krishna Shroff are often seen at odds with each other Image Credit source: Social Media
In recent discussions about nepotism in Bollywood, the term has garnered significant attention, especially after Kangana Ranaut raised the issue on ‘Koffee With Karan.’ This dialogue prompted widespread trolling of Karan Johar, and the word ‘nepotism’ has since been often used humorously. Even Karan Johar himself has shifted to a light-hearted stance on the subject, frequently poking fun at it on his own show.
Recently, a promo for the new season of ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’ was released on the social media accounts of Colors TV. In this promo, Krishna Shroff, daughter of Jackie Shroff, boldly labels fellow contestant Abhishek Kumar as a ‘nepo kid’ during a conversation with host Rohit Shetty.
The Promo Incident
In the humorous promo, Rohit Shetty poses a direct question to Krishna, asking if she believes Abhishek Kumar qualifies as a ‘nepo kid.’ Krishna responded affirmatively, saying, “Yes, Sir, I 100 percent believe that Abhishek is a nepo kid.” This statement highlights her belief that Abhishek had favorable connections with the channel due to his previous appearances on various shows.
Light-hearted Banter and Support
Following Krishna’s statement, Abhishek jokingly counters, claiming that “yes, I am a nepo kid, and so are you.” Rohit Shetty attempts to manage the playful back-and-forth by asking other contestants whether they think Abhishek is not a Colors TV ‘nepo kid.’ In a light-hearted twist, only Abhishek’s close friend Shalin raised his hand to support him. Rohit playfully teased Shalin about being a ‘big nepo kid’ himself during this exchange.
Rohit Shetty’s Unique Take on Nepotism
Rohit also humorously declared himself as somewhat of a ‘nepotism expert,’ stating, “In terms of nepotism, I’m your father here. I have been doing this for ten years.” This comment elicited laughter from the contestants, making it clear that the show’s atmosphere was filled with camaraderie and humor rather than tension.
Rohit Shetty: A Seasoned Host
Rohit Shetty has been the face of ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’ for a decade now, hosting nine seasons overall. He had taken a year-long break during which Arjun Kapoor filled in as the host. Under Arjun Kapoor’s season, Siddharth Shukla emerged as the winner of this adventure reality show. After stepping back, Rohit eagerly returned to take control of the show once again.
Industry Perspectives on Nepotism
Recently, actor Jaideep Ahlawat shared his thoughts on nepotism in Bollywood, expressing his support for star kids. He remarked that even if actors like Ranbir Kapoor were not star kids, their talent would have propelled them to success. Ahlawat emphasized that industry recognition is primarily based on talent, asserting that “no one can advance without talent” in this competitive field. He noted his intention of making a name for himself in the industry, rather than simply replicating the success of others.
