TIL Desk Bollywood/ Celebrated actor-comedian Johnny Lever and his daughter Jamie, also a comedian, have addressed the topic of nepotism in Bollywood in a lighter vein. The father-daughter duo came at the ActFest, organised by Cine and TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) and the 48 Hour Film Project, on Friday.
Tickling the funny bone, Jamie and moderator of the session, actor Vrajesh Hirjee quickly acted out a skit on nepotism fight between National Award winning actress Kangana Ranaut and filmmaker Karan Johar. As the audience clapped after enjoying the act, Vrajesh asked Jamie if she believes about the existence of nepotism.
Jamie,
who was sitting next to her father, responded: “I think everyone has their
own journey and I see no reason to compare. Everyone has their own
struggle.” Johnny shared the story of how his daughter convinced him of
her career choice as a stand-up comedian.