Arjun Kapoor often finds himself at the centre of online criticism, with trolls targeting his acting abilities and his background. In a recent interview with Chalchitra Talks, he shared how he handles these negative comments, admitting that despite his resilience, they sometimes still have an impact on him.
Arjun Reflects on Trolling
On asking how he deals with trolls, Arjun explained that he is quite thick-skinned about it because he has realized it’s a clickbait culture. If you go to all these pages where they write about him or tag him, they get a lot more traction. There is a certain amount of joy they get from pulling in an audience because they use his name. He is an easy target in that sense. He has taken things in his stride in the past and not really hit back. He takes criticism well, so people take undue advantage of that.
Shifting Perspectives on Trolls
The actor noted that his perspective on trolls has shifted over time. Initially, he viewed negative comments as insignificant, but in the past couple of years, he has come to realize that perceptions hold more weight for him. He also acknowledged the difficulty of being unfairly targeted by critics.
Career Choices and Challenges
He talked about his career choices, focusing on films like 'Finding Fanny' and 'Ishaqzaade', where he prioritized performance over box-office success. He worked with directors like Raj Kumar Gupta and Ashutosh Gowariker, but his films didn't do well before Covid, causing a slowdown in his career.
Evolution of the Acting Landscape
Kapoor shared that the perception of him being "someone’s son" became stronger during the Covid era, as people sought a scapegoat. He described perception as deceptive, something he has come to understand deeply over the past two years. Despite trying hard not to let it bother him and developing thick skin, he admitted that it does affect him. Reflecting on his career, he mentioned attempting various genres, acknowledging that while he may not have excelled in every film, he has observed his contemporaries achieving consistency after periods of inconsistency.
He highlighted Saif Ali Khan's journey, noting that despite being celebrated as a phenomenal actor today, he faced a tough start, being "jobless" for his first 4-5 years. Arjun observed that the acting landscape has evolved, with a greater emphasis on craft and performance, particularly due to the rise of OTT platforms. In his early days, actors aimed to excel in dance, deliver fluent Hindi dialogues, and achieve physiques like Hrithik Roshan's. However, the industry's expectations have broadened, valuing a more diverse set of skills. He cited Zahan Kapoor, Gourav Adarsh, Vicky Kaushal, Ranbir Kapoor, and Rajkummar Rao as examples of newer actors who initially pursued mainstream success but now focus on building careers that prioritize craft.
Upcoming Projects
On the work front, Arjun's last film was 'Mere Husband Ki Biwi' with Rakul Preet Singh and Bhumi Pednekar, but it didn't do well at the box office. Next, he'll appear in 'No Entry 2' alongside Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh.
Arjun Reflects on Trolling
On asking how he deals with trolls, Arjun explained that he is quite thick-skinned about it because he has realized it’s a clickbait culture. If you go to all these pages where they write about him or tag him, they get a lot more traction. There is a certain amount of joy they get from pulling in an audience because they use his name. He is an easy target in that sense. He has taken things in his stride in the past and not really hit back. He takes criticism well, so people take undue advantage of that.
Shifting Perspectives on Trolls
The actor noted that his perspective on trolls has shifted over time. Initially, he viewed negative comments as insignificant, but in the past couple of years, he has come to realize that perceptions hold more weight for him. He also acknowledged the difficulty of being unfairly targeted by critics.
Career Choices and Challenges
He talked about his career choices, focusing on films like 'Finding Fanny' and 'Ishaqzaade', where he prioritized performance over box-office success. He worked with directors like Raj Kumar Gupta and Ashutosh Gowariker, but his films didn't do well before Covid, causing a slowdown in his career.
Evolution of the Acting Landscape
Kapoor shared that the perception of him being "someone’s son" became stronger during the Covid era, as people sought a scapegoat. He described perception as deceptive, something he has come to understand deeply over the past two years. Despite trying hard not to let it bother him and developing thick skin, he admitted that it does affect him. Reflecting on his career, he mentioned attempting various genres, acknowledging that while he may not have excelled in every film, he has observed his contemporaries achieving consistency after periods of inconsistency.
He highlighted Saif Ali Khan's journey, noting that despite being celebrated as a phenomenal actor today, he faced a tough start, being "jobless" for his first 4-5 years. Arjun observed that the acting landscape has evolved, with a greater emphasis on craft and performance, particularly due to the rise of OTT platforms. In his early days, actors aimed to excel in dance, deliver fluent Hindi dialogues, and achieve physiques like Hrithik Roshan's. However, the industry's expectations have broadened, valuing a more diverse set of skills. He cited Zahan Kapoor, Gourav Adarsh, Vicky Kaushal, Ranbir Kapoor, and Rajkummar Rao as examples of newer actors who initially pursued mainstream success but now focus on building careers that prioritize craft.
Upcoming Projects
On the work front, Arjun's last film was 'Mere Husband Ki Biwi' with Rakul Preet Singh and Bhumi Pednekar, but it didn't do well at the box office. Next, he'll appear in 'No Entry 2' alongside Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh.
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