Veteran actor Ratna Pathak Shah recently shared candid observations about the behaviour of younger actresses in Bollywood, pointing out a trend where some seem overly concerned with being “cute” on set. She emphasized that this focus on image can sometimes overshadow professionalism and craft.
Focus Over Fluff
Speaking with Pinkvilla, Ratna Pathak highlighted her experiences observing actors across generations. She noted that many young actresses appear preoccupied with appearing charming or entertaining, which can inadvertently affect the credibility of their performances.
“Many new actresses feel the need to be the cute entertainer on set all the time. They think it will help them, but it often works against them,” she said.
Alia Bhatt Stands Out
However, Ratna made it clear that Alia Bhatt is a notable exception. During the shoot of Kapoor & Sons, although they didn’t share scenes, Ratna observed Alia’s attentive and focused approach. She was always watching her co-stars’ performances closely, learning from them and remaining quiet, letting her work speak for itself.
“Bahot hi attentive hai wo, tab maine jo note kiya unke baare mein. She used to be at the monitor all the time, not when she was acting, but when others were performing. She observed very carefully,” Ratna Pathak recalled.
“She didn’t talk much. I was very impressed by her. She kept herself very quiet. We never had more than a few words exchanged, but I thought she was extremely gifted and focused. I liked her,” she added.
About Kapoor & Sons
Directed by Shakun Batra and produced under Dharma Productions by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta, Kapoor & Sons featured an ensemble cast including Rishi Kapoor, Sidharth Malhotra, Fawad Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Rajat Kapoor. The film received critical acclaim for its nuanced performances and realistic portrayal of family dynamics.
