Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor has shared personal memories of her late mother, legendary actress Sridevi, recalling the advice and concerns she received while preparing to enter the film industry. In a candid conversation, Janhvi discussed how Sridevi initially felt about her acting ambitions and revealed an interesting detail about her mother’s reaction to her nose surgery.
The revelations offer a glimpse into the relationship between the mother and daughter and the conversations that took place before Janhvi began her journey in Bollywood. She also reflected on the dedication and emotional strength that her mother believed were necessary to build a successful acting career.
During an interview with Maheswari, Sridevi’s maternal cousin, for Galatta Plus, Janhvi recalled the moment she told her mother about wanting to become an actress.
According to Janhvi, Sridevi did not simply encourage her to enter films without considering the challenges involved. Instead, she made it clear that acting required complete commitment and years of hard work.
“She said, ‘Okay, but then you have to give your life to it’,” Janhvi recalled while discussing her mother’s response.
The actress explained that her mother’s advice reflected the demanding nature of the entertainment industry. Sridevi understood the pressures associated with working in films and wanted her daughter to be fully prepared for the responsibilities that came with the profession.
During the same conversation, Maheswari also recalled something Sridevi had previously told her about Janhvi’s career ambitions.
She remembered Sridevi expressing reservations about her daughter’s decision to become an actress, particularly because of the dedication and resilience required to survive in Bollywood.
“Jaanu wants to be in films, but I’m not very keen because it’s a lot of hard work, a lot of dedication, and you have to be really strong to get in there,” Maheswari recalled Sridevi saying.
These comments suggest that Sridevi was aware of the challenges her daughter would face and wanted her to understand that success in the film industry required more than simply having an interest in acting.
Janhvi also made a candid revelation about undergoing nose surgery and how the experience appeared to influence her mother’s perception of her potential as an actress.
During the interview, she suggested that Sridevi had initially been uncertain about her suitability for films but became more encouraging after the surgery.
“I think maybe you should cut this out, but I think before I did my nose, she was unsure. She was like, ‘I don’t think it’s…’ After I did my nose, she’s like, ‘Yeah, there’s potential’,” Janhvi said.
Her remarks offered an unusually personal insight into the conversations surrounding her appearance and early ambitions in the entertainment industry.
Janhvi also referred to her mother’s own experience with cosmetic surgery, adding that it had marked a significant shift in their lives.
“Even Mumma. That was the shift in all of our lives,” she remarked.
The actress’s comments have brought attention to the personal pressures associated with entering Bollywood, particularly for someone whose family already has a prominent history in cinema.
Sridevi was one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated actresses, with a career spanning several decades and performances across different film industries. Her experience gave her a unique understanding of the expectations, competition, and challenges associated with maintaining a successful acting career.
For Janhvi, entering the same profession meant establishing her own identity while carrying the legacy of a celebrated mother. Her reflections suggest that Sridevi wanted her daughter to recognise the seriousness of that decision and prepare herself for the journey ahead.
The interview has offered fans a more personal perspective on Janhvi’s early career decisions, highlighting the advice, expectations, and family conversations that influenced her path towards becoming a Bollywood actress.