Alia Bhatt has risen to prominence as one of the leading figures in the Hindi film industry. Throughout her career, which spans over a decade, she has starred in numerous acclaimed films and collaborated with many esteemed directors.
Among her collaborators was her father, Mahesh Bhatt, with whom she worked on the 2020 film *Sadak 2*. However, she has yet to work with Vikram Bhatt, a close associate of her father.
Vikram Bhatt explains why he hasn’t directed Alia Bhatt despite his close relationship with Mahesh Bhatt
Vikram Bhatt made his directorial debut in 1992 with *Jaanam*, following his work as an assistant director on Mahesh Bhatt’s films such as *Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke* and *Junoon*. Although he has directed Mahesh’s eldest daughter, Pooja Bhatt, in *Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin*, he has not worked with Alia. Recently, Vikram explained why he hasn’t collaborated with the 31-year-old actress.
In an interview with News18 Showsha, Vikram revealed that he never requested Mahesh Bhatt to cast Alia in his projects nor did he anticipate her involvement. He emphasized that his relationship with Alia’s father is personal and separate from family connections. Vikram noted that he does not make films that align with Alia’s interests, stating:
“My bond with her father is personal and does not extend to family matters. I don’t believe I make films that would appeal to Alia Bhatt. She has her own preferences, and I’ve never approached Bhatt saab to get her for any role. Our relationship isn’t like that.”
Vikram Bhatt praises Janhvi Kapoor for her bold film choices
During the same interview, Vikram Bhatt also praised the new generation of actors, particularly Janhvi Kapoor, for her fearless approach to selecting roles. He commended her for establishing a unique presence in a predominantly male industry and stated that he is indifferent to the commercial success or failure of her films:
“There are actresses I greatly admire for their determination and role choices, such as Janhvi. I’m not concerned with the success or failure of her films. She has chosen not to align herself with established stars or take on secondary roles. She has rejected those options.”
Vikram also addressed the debate surrounding Janhvi’s status as a “nepo kid” and highlighted her efforts to stand out through her unconventional film choices. He praised her for attempting to carve out her own path rather than merely seeking success, saying:
“Her films are centered around her, and she has had chances to showcase her talent, which I respect. Whether she’s a nepo kid or not doesn’t matter. What counts is her effort to do something different. Pursuing genuine work rather than chasing superficial success is more commendable.”