Janhvi Kapoor on Navigating Bollywood: “I Act Dumb to Manage Male Egos”

Insights from Janhvi Kapoor

During a recent appearance on the talk show *Two Much With Twinkle and Kajol*, Janhvi Kapoor opened up about her experiences in the Bollywood industry. She candidly shared that to navigate male egos, she often feels the need to present herself as less capable than she truly is.

Struggling with Male Ego

On the show, Janhvi discussed her struggle in handling the egos of male colleagues. She acknowledged that while she comes from a privileged background, dealing with these egos remains a significant challenge for her. “In some situations, I find that I have to act less knowledgeable than I am to avoid upsetting anyone,” she said.

Twinkle Khanna, also a guest on the show, empathized with Janhvi, sharing her own experiences from earlier in her career. She mentioned having faced similar challenges in the 1990s, illustrating how this issue isn’t new for women in the industry.

Choosing Battles Wisely

Janhvi further elaborated on her strategies. Sometimes she pretends to struggle with a scene rather than confronting it directly. She explained, “I often find myself saying, ‘I don’t get it,’ instead of outright disagreeing, just to avoid any political incorrectness.” Her approach highlights the complex navigation that female actors often have to undertake in Bollywood.

Most recently, Janhvi starred in the romantic comedy *Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari*, which has achieved significant success at the box office.

As Janhvi continues her journey in the film industry, what are your thoughts on the challenges she faces? How important do you think it is for women in Bollywood to address the dynamics of male egos?