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When Sanjay Kapoor said he doesn't want to advise Shanaya before her debut: 'She's seen my ups and downs'

As Shanaya Kapoor gears up for her much-anticipated acting debut with Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan on July 11, her father, actor Sanjay Kapoor , once candidly spoke about how he doesn't feel the need to sit her down and offer advice—because she's lived the reality of the industry through his journey. "She's intelligent, and she's seen ..." In an earlier conversation with Timeout With Ankit, Sanjay reflected on the unpredictable nature of showbiz and how Shanaya has grown up observing both the highs and lows of their family's career graph. 'She's intelligent, and she's seen how I fought it out,' he said. 'It's not a bed of roses. One day you're at your peak, the next day you're sitting at home. But you shouldn't stop chasing your dream because of that fear.' Shanaya, who was initially set to debut under Karan Johar 's banner (a project that eventually didn't materialize), is now making her mark not just in Bollywood but also in the South with Vrushabha, a big-budget Telugu-Malayalam film opposite Mohanlal. "It becomes overconfidence" Sanjay also opened up about the nervousness actors feel before stepping onto a set, something he believes is natural, even for veterans. 'If you're not nervous, it means you're taking your stardom for granted. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Nervousness is necessary. Otherwise, it becomes overconfidence.' While he acknowledged that it's a better time to be in the film industry today, with more opportunities and changing dynamics, he emphasized that passion, awareness, and hard work remain non-negotiable. As Shanaya's debut film Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan (co-starring Vikrant Massey ) prepares to hit the screens this Friday, the Kapoor family has come out in full support. Although Ananya Panday missed the premiere, she penned a heartfelt note for her 'beautiful bestie,' promising to catch it in theatres on Day 1. Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan releases July 11, clashing with Rajkummar Rao 's Maalik. 'Vikrant Massey Wasn't Just A Co-Star, He Mentored Me': Shanaya Kapoor