MAKE WAY FOR THESE STAR SIBLINGS

Here’s a look at brothers and sisters of popular stars who are set to make their debut in Bollywood

Much like star kids, star siblings are believed to have it easy in filmdom. Reason: The older brother or sister has already made a place in the industry, so following in their footsteps will automatically get the younger one the best of everything, including a dream debut. However, experts and the makers who are launching a host of such siblings, beg to differ. Trade expert Atul Mohan says, “The debut film has to be perfect. No doubt you’ll get instant fame and recognition because you are related to a celebrity, but it’s your talent which will take you ahead. We’ve seen in the past how star brothers and sisters tried their hand [but failed].”

Who’s joining Bollywood now? Well, a host of names such as Katrina Kaif’s sister Isabelle, Kriti Sanon’s sister Nupur and Shahid Kapoor’s half-brother Ishaan Khatter, to name a few.

And, what’s in store for them? “A lot of pressure” and comparisons with the sibling who is already a star, says producer Bhushan Kumar, who is launching Isabelle Kaif in a dance film. “That pressure is always there,” adds Kumar.

Actor Neha Sharma’s sister, Aisha, who is making her debut alongside John Abraham, recently told HT, “There has been no backing... The route has always been [through] auditions!”

On Siblings Day today, we look at the new faces set to enter Bollywood.

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