Abhishek Bachchan: ”I spoke to almost every director before starting, and they did not decide to work with me”

Born to actor Jaya Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan made his debut with Refugee alongside Kareena Kapoor in 2000. Over the most recent 21 years, Abhishek has featured in various hit films including Guru, Paa and the Dhoom series.

Talking with Rolling Stones India, Abhishek said, “I’ve seen the good side of being an employed actor, I’ve seen the other side of being an unemployed actor. The point is, you can’t take things personally… At the end of the day, it’s just business. If your films are not doing well, nobody’s going to put money on you to make another film. So, I do believe that the conversation around this whole nepotism has become a bit convenient. And we’re forgetting certain details. I’ve… It’s taken a lot of effort, a lot of heartache and heartbreak to make it through these 21 years. It’s not been easy.”

He added that Amitabh has neither made a film for Abhishek nor requested that somebody make a film with him.  “It took me over two years to get my first film. A lot of people would think that being Mr. Bachchan’s son, people are going to be lined up around the block. No, they weren’t. I spoke to almost each and every director before starting, and they did not decide to work with me, and that’s fine,” he said, referring to Refugee.

Amitabh took to Twitter and responded to the interview. “One doesn’t achieve anything without struggle. I am proud of your struggle, I am very happy about your achievements. I hope the words of (your) grandfather and blessing be by our side for generations to come from generation to generation,” he said.