Kiccha Sudeep’s nephew Sanchit on nepotism: My uncle cannot act on my behalf
Mango Pachcha actor Sanchit Sanjeev opens up about carrying forward Kiccha Sudeep’s legacy, overcoming nepotism and why success ultimately depends on winning the hearts of the audience.
Aam Pachcha Actor Sanchita Sanjeev, who recently made his Kannada film debut, opened up about the pressure of carrying forward his uncle Kiccha Sudeep’s legacy and shared his views on the oft-debated topic of nepotism in the film industry. Aam Pachcha is a crime drama directed by Viveka and backed by Supriyanvi Picture Studios and KRG Studios. The film was released on 5 June and marked the actor’s debut in Kannada cinema.
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had an exclusive conversation with India TodaySanchitha said that he is well aware of the responsibility that comes with being from one of the most recognized families in Kannada cinema, but he does not let that pressure cloud his decisions.
He said, “Pressure? I don’t think I’ve succumbed to that pressure because I know I have a responsibility. As long as I know it, I don’t need to remind people about it.”
The actor revealed that taking pressure too seriously can affect his judgment as an artiste.
He said, “As long as I’m responsible towards the family I come from, everything else is just noise. The moment I succumb to it, it’s going to be really hard for me and my judgment and decisions towards certain projects will get clouded.”
Speaking about nepotism, Sanchit argued that privilege exists in all professions and is not exclusive to cinema. Drawing parallels with business and politics, he said people are often attracted to the careers they grew up with.
He said, “There is nepotism in every field of work. A person who grows up in a business family naturally understands that world because that is what they have seen their entire life.”
Acknowledging that family ties can open doors, Sanchit emphasized that success ultimately depends on a person’s ability to connect with the audience.
He said, “Yes, of course there are privileges, but it is only up to a certain point. My uncle cannot come and act on my behalf. He can bring me in only up to a point. After that, it is all on me.”
The actor also revealed that the final decision rests with the audience, no matter what a person’s background is.
He said, “If the character you play doesn’t meet the audience’s needs, you’re just another person. If people connect with you and what you’re performing, then the rest doesn’t really matter.”
During the interview, Sanchitha also talked about the challenges faced by the Kannada film industry and the limited opportunities available on OTT platforms. He talked about the need to empower writers and shared his admiration for filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma.
The actor further reflected on growing up around Kiccha Sudeep and discussed his aspirations as both an actor and a filmmaker.
He also reflected on the possibility of sharing screen space with Sudeep in the future and his dream of one day directing the Kannada superstar in a film inspired by the intensity of the films. Government.