Not all NEPos: Rising above ‘Napo Kid’ tag with talent
There is a debate around ‘Napo Kids’ in Bollywood, facing a faster investigation with new generations. Actors like Babil Khan, Zahan Kapoor, and Aditya Rawal are quietly focusing on content-operating cinema, which are proving their talent beyond their family connections.
Still Khushi, Ibrahim, and Suhana Better Nepo Baby …
You have probably come on such positions on social media. The above caption was seen on the redit under a picture of Ude Chopra. Despite making your Bollywood debut Mohabbatia-And as the brother of YRRF President Aditya Chopra – UD quickly wrote himself after a forgetable performance Neil ‘N’ Nikki And Love impossible,
The Internet argues that the crop of “Napo Kids” is used, used, often negatively, to describe the star children benefiting from industry connections – quality has declined with only each generation. While actors like Arjun Kapoor often find themselves at the center of this debate, the new wave of star kids – Sara Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Junaid Khan, and Ibrahim Ali Khan – even Sharpi.
Take NadaniyanaIbrahim and Khushi starredWhich became the butt of jokes on release. Hard criticism was understood – the performance of Khushi clearly required more polish, as was done by Ibrahim’s dictionary. Nevertheless, instead of taking time for improvement, Khushi’s father, producer Boney Kapoor, proudly announced plans Mother 2He was stored in the leadership.
But amidst all the noise, which failed to notice, is that some new “Napo Babies” are quietly ignoring the promotion, choosing top projects, and letting their work speak for themselves. While the audience is busy praising Rasha Thadani Ui Amma From AzadThese actors are completely leaving the song-and-dance routine and focusing on strong, material-operated cinema.
Meet Napo infants who do not feel like this
The word “Napo Kid” was not widely used even a decade ago. This changed when Kangana Ranaut dropped N-Word Kofi with KaranCalling Karan Johar a “flag of nepotism”. Suddenly, the audience had an explanation as to why some actors made roles despite failures at the box office.
However, the fact is that the number of box office is a slant evaluation of the success of a film, ignored. As the epidemic became an epidemic and oat became a big thing, many actors started choosing OTT as their favorite medium, and later worked. After the rise of OTT platforms, the-pandemic transferred the landscape. Many actors, including Star Kids, now prefer OTT debuts, who avoid major investigation into dramatic release.
Interestingly, the absence of propaganda around his background means often viewers do not even know that they are watching “Napo children”. Case in Bindu: Babil Khan, Zahan Kapoor, and Aditya Rawal. Even Ishaan Khatar, who started with Janhvi Kapoor BeatingHas managed to carve his own place.
Does some Nepo separate children?
Some actors have worked hard to ensure that the audience connects them with their talent, not with their offspring. Others are less important about their industry connections, avoiding expectations.
Vicky Kaushal is a prominent example. His father, action director Shyam Kaushal had industry relations, but Vicky was never given a “Napo Kid” label. His sheer range and Pratibha saw his background. In addition, action directors do not have the same impact of actors or producers.
Then Aditya Rawal, Paresh Rawal and Swaroop are sons of Sampat. Their raw, intense performance and the presence of natural screen have nothing to do with their legacy. In their beginning Bamfad Flew under the radar, but in his work Faraz And Bombay Meri Jaan It proved to be his subtlety. He does not have Sobo Polish – there is no affected Hindi diction, any increased characteristics that make him look out of place and incredibly. Their screen appearance attracts attention.
Rawal is not in a crowd for an attractive Bollywood debutHe said, “I can’t expect anyone to cost 80 or 100 crores on me. There is a time and place for those things, and it will be found me,” he said in an earlier interview with us. The advantage of an industry inheritance, he accepts, understanding that acting is a marathon, not sprint. He said, “I see my father who has been for about 40 years, and he is always looking for himself again,” he said.
Similarly, Zahan Kapoor-Ranbir Kapoor and Karishma-Carena’s cousin have taken a measured approach. He kept his own Faraz Start of low-key, focusing on performance on publicity. While the film achieved a post-to release, in his role Black warrant Looked out to see his place as an actor. Despite the nickname Kapoor nickname, he is choosing roles that prefer crafts on commercial appeal.
In Earlier, interview with India Today Digital, Zahan talked about choosing Faraz As they begin and say, “It does not matter that the film (which will mark my Bollywood debut) is designed for a roller-coaster box office success or just to touch those who are ready to talk about the society that we live. I am lucky. I am lucky that I am lucky that a film has come in my way and I hope to see what I have done.
Meanwhile, Babil Khan is proving that he is more than just “son of Irfan Khan”. His standout performance in Railway male Silent critics. ALiterature aajtak to complete the debate of brother -in -law in 2023, He took a pinch, “I am in a gray field when it comes to brother -in -law because everyone says to me,” You are the son of Irfan, go to the audition! ” ,
But Babil likes it in this way. “If I have not earned my place, I will not be convinced on the set. I also fail auditions, but when I play a role, I know that I deserve it.”
Arise
Going away from the “privileged” image, making unconventional options, and placing a low profile has helped these actors to avoid rigorous nepotism tags. But this does not mean that they do not lift the weight of heritage.
This is called the “two -holding sword”, Zahan Kapoor recently said in India Today Conclave 2025, “Being a new camphor on the block is complicated for people. Pressure and expectation, but also forgiveness and access. Thankfully my parents ensured that I was not taking that weight on my shoulders. It’s up to me that I prove myself.”
Rawal avoids mentioning his parents, but is proud to be the son of Paresh Rawal and Swaroop Sampat. In an interview with times of IndiaHe said, “I am not shy about being my parents’ son. If someone was asking me about it, I am very happy to talk about it. But everyone wants to make his identity, wants to make his own name, they are known for their crafts and their work, and so I do.”
What’s next for actors
These actors are not just on their last names, they are constantly building their own fanbase. Zahan Kapoor, who is known for his restrained performances, is ready to show a different side in an upcoming prime video web series. He and Aditya Rawal are cooperating in the drama SiachenFurther to prove his dedication to crafts.
Meanwhile, Babil Khan is lining an interesting slate. His film Log outWhere he plays the role of an influential person, it had a world premiere at the Mar Dal Dal Plata International Film Festival in Argentina.
In an industry where the lineage can open doors, but cannot guarantee longevity, these actors are re -writing a solid performance at a time.
