Prithviraj Sukumaran Backs Ibrahim Ali Khan Amid Trolling For Nadaniyaan: 'Even SRK Faces Criticism'
Prithviraj Sukumaran is gearing up for the release of his next film Sarzameen, which also features Kajol and Ibrahim Ali Khan in pivotal roles. While the movie marks a significant milestone in the young star's career, it also arrives on the heels of Ibrahim's much-talked-about OTT debut Nadaaniyan, which received mixed to negative reviews from both critics and audiences earlier this year.
Now, as Ibrahim prepares for his second outing, Prithviraj has come to his co-star's defense. In a candid chat with India Today, the actor addressed the criticism that Ibrahim has been facing since Nadaaniyan.
'See, Ibrahim will be wonderful in this film, but that's not going to put an end to anything," Prithviraj said. 'Hello, if Shah Rukh Khan sir can still be criticised, why can't Ibrahim Ali Khan be criticised? Come on. From where I come from, Mohanlal sir and Mammootty sir are still criticised. There's nothing bigger than that for us to understand that that's never going to end."
He added that the key lies in embracing the journey rather than chasing perfection or public approval. 'You have to just keep trying. I've totally realised that it never gets easier. You think, 'Oh, that one blockbuster,' and then it gets easier? No. It does not. It never gets easier. The idea is that you start really enjoying the grind."
Prithviraj also had glowing praise for the young actor's dedication and preparedness. 'I really think Ibrahim has put in a lot of work for this film. It's really a lot of work from him. And as people already know, the camera really loves him. He is a very, very good-looking boy," he remarked.
A few days prior, Kajol too had voiced her support for Ibrahim and other star kids who often face relentless trolling on social media. In an interview with PTI, she said, 'Today, it's almost like a do-or-die situation for them (star kids), and for this, they're very well prepared. I have to give them that. But we can be a little kinder."
Directed by Kazoye Irani, Sarzameen is slated to release on July 25, 2025, and will premiere on JioHotstar. This marks Ibrahim's second appearance on OTT, and all eyes will be on how the young actor fares in this ambitious project, especially after the critical reception of his debut.
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