Emraan Hashmi Opens Up on Nepotism and Son's Cancer

Emraan Hashmi's life took a dramatic turn when his son Ayaan was diagnosed with cancer, but the actor and his wife Parveen Shahani hid their emotions to protect their son's mental health during the five-year recovery period.

The actor recently spoke about the challenging period on a podcast, revealing how the family's joy turned into a nightmare in one afternoon when Ayaan had his first cancer symptom. Emraan and Parveen took him to a doctor, who confirmed the diagnosis and scheduled an operation and chemotherapy. To ensure Ayaan's well-being, the couple kept their emotions hidden, not showing weakness in front of their son.

In addition to his personal life, Emraan Hashmi also discussed nepotism in Bollywood, calling it a "mixed bag". He acknowledged that having connections can provide an advantage in getting started in the industry, but ultimately, the audience decides who succeeds. Hashmi, who comes from a film family, said he didn't have a grand launch but still managed to get opportunities.

Emraan Hashmi praised his cousin Alia Bhatt, calling her a "fantastic actor" and a "star in her own right". He emphasized that Alia's success is due to her own talent and hard work, not just her father Mahesh Bhatt's influence. Hashmi recalled Alia's nervousness before her first shot and how she asked for his advice, but he believes she didn't need it as she is a talented actor.

Emraan Hashmi will be seen in the upcoming war drama "Ground Zero" on April 25, and his fans are eagerly waiting to see him on the big screen again. With his upcoming project and his thoughts on nepotism, Emraan Hashmi continues to be a prominent figure in the Bollywood industry.