Kangana Ranaut Drops 5 Bombshells on Bollywood: Claims Her Journey Was “Even Harder Than Shah Rukh Khan’s,” Labels B’Town Parties as “Trauma”
Kangana Ranaut has been in the spotlight since her entry into politics, recently winning the Lok Sabha 2024 elections from the Mandi constituency. As she prepares for the release of her upcoming film Emergency, it remains uncertain whether she will continue her acting career. The 38-year-old actress is currently revealing lesser-known details about Bollywood, including insights into award shows and her journey into the industry. Here’s a closer look at her recent revelations.
Kangana stands out among Bollywood actresses, having carved a successful career without relying on big-budget films, item songs, or collaborations with the industry’s leading Khans. She asserts that her choices were deliberate. In a podcast with Raj Shamani on YouTube, she made several significant claims about her career:
Debunking the Cafe Story
Contrary to popular belief, Kangana denied that director Anurag Basu discovered her at a Mumbai cafe and invited her to audition for Gangster. She stated, “I gave many auditions before being selected for Gangster. There was no dramatic discovery; it’s all PR strategy.”
Critique of Award Shows
Kangana criticized award shows for introducing trivial categories to honor their favorites, calling them a joke. She remarked, “They create awards like Best Scene, Best Dupatta, and Best Hair. It’s absurd.”
Comparing Struggles with Shah Rukh Khan
While discussing her journey, Kangana compared it to that of Shah Rukh Khan, claiming her path was more challenging. She noted, “He came from a privileged background, while I came from a village as a teenager. My journey was tougher.” However, she acknowledged that both faced their own struggles.
Bollywood Parties as “Trauma”
Kangana expressed her disdain for Bollywood parties, stating that they lack meaningful conversations. “I can’t be friends with Bollywood people; they’re self-absorbed and clueless,” she said, likening these gatherings to dealing with trauma.
Relationship with the Khans
Despite having a good rapport with Aamir, Salman, and Shah Rukh Khan, Kangana has chosen not to work with them or other major stars like Ranbir Kapoor and Akshay Kumar. She emphasized, “No Khan or Kumar can make you successful. I wanted to set an example that you can achieve success on your own.”
As Kangana navigates her new political role, her insights into the film industry continue to spark discussions and intrigue among fans and critics alike.
