The nepotism debate in Bollywood is back in the spotlight. This time, it started after a viral video featuring Alia Bhatt and spiritual guru Sadhguru. A clip from their interaction is now spreading fast on X and other social media platforms.
In the video, Sadhguru speaks about success, talent and opportunities while Alia Bhatt listens. His remarks quickly grabbed attention online, with many users linking the discussion to the long-running nepotism debate in the film industry.
What Did Sadhguru Say To Alia Bhatt?
During the conversation, Sadhguru said he did not want to insult Alia Bhatt and praised her as a good actress. However, he added that in Chennai alone, there could be thousands of people like her who never got the same chance because they lacked support and the right environment.
He said Alia Bhatt received guidance, support and mentorship from people around her from the beginning. According to him, many talented people fail to explore their full potential because they never get proper opportunities.
Sadhguru also explained that success is not based on talent alone. He said timing, systems, environment and strong connections also play an important role in shaping a person’s journey.
Alia Bhatt Viral Video Sparks Reactions
The clip quickly went viral and triggered strong reactions online. Many social media users shared their views after hearing Sadhguru’s comments.
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OMG! Sadhguru Burnt Alia Bhatt alive says she is whatever due to Nepotism & Nurturing by Karan Johar
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"I don't want to Insult you. You are a very good Actress but there may be 1000s of Alia Bhatts only in the Chennai City, you are nurtured(by… pic.twitter.com/nBY6UqJGFz
One user wrote, “He cooked her and how.”
Another commented, “Of course, everyone knows this lol. She just got lucky. She is not special, just an average girl who used to smoke at a tapri in juhu before her father got her a break, and she kept getting roles because she was dumb.”
A third user said, “She isn’t even a good actress. She is here just because of Kjo.”
The reactions once again brought Alia Bhatt into the centre of the nepotism discussion.
Actress On Nepotism Debate
Alia Bhatt has spoken many times about being called a “nepo baby”. She has admitted that she had privilege and got a head start because of her family background. At the same time, the actress has said she works hard to prove herself. In past interviews, she shared that she first felt defensive because people ignored her efforts. Later, she accepted that her journey into the industry was easier than many outsiders.
Alia has also said that while family background may open doors, it is the audience who decides whether an actor stays successful. The actress has also said that she cannot apologise for being born into her family, but she prefers to prove her talent through her performances. In a 2022 interaction, she also replied to trolls by saying that those who do not like her do not have to watch her films.
On the work front, Alia is all set to star in YRF’s Alpha and Sanjay Leela Bhansali‘s Love And War.
