Vikrant Massey On Working With Shanaya Kapoor: "Her Commitment Is Inspiring"
Updated on: 02 July, 2025 05:30 PM IST |Shweta Shah

Vikrant Massey Praises Shanaya Kapoor In Aakhon Ki Gustaakhiyaan
Shanaya Kapoor is one of the star kids who has received immense praise from fans even before her first movie could hit the theatres. She is all set to make her glorious Bollywood debut with Santosh Singh`s directorial Aakhon Ki Gustaakhiyan alongside Vikrant Massey.
After her original debut film, Bedhadak, was shelved, she was left heartbroken. However, the wait was worth it, as the upcoming romantic drama has already garnered several eyeballs and is leaving the audience intrigued.
During the trailer launch of Aakhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, Vikrant opened up about his experience working with Shanaya. He shut the ongoing nepotism talks with one strong statement.
Vikrant Massey praises Shanaya Kapoor
Reflecting on the time they spent on the sets, the 12th Fail actor praised the debutant for her commitment and dedication to the project. He said he was moved by her competency, a quality that he believes goes far beyond the stereotypical assumptions for a star kid.
"I`ve learnt a lot from her," Massey said, adding, "But what truly inspired me was her commitment – the intensity, the honesty with which she came on board for this film."
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"That, for me, was incredibly moving and inspiring. Because let’s be real – and this is the common perception, even in the media – she comes from a film family, from a certain background. People talk about nepotism – that she’s a star kid, that she comes with a certain sense of privilege. But I didn’t feel an ounce of that from her."
He further said how Shanaya Kapoor gave her "heart and soul" to the project. Vikrant even elaborated on how she truly inspired him.
“She was there every single day, giving her heart and soul to the project. She came in so well-prepared. Her commitment was deeply inspiring, and I truly hope she retains that for as long as she can. Because I believe that sometimes, it’s just a thread’s difference between good and great. And she possesses all the qualities that could make her go the distance in this industry. That truly inspired me,” he continued.
Aakhon Ki Gustaakhiyan explores the complicated romance between Vikrant Massey and Shanaya Kapoor. The film releases on July 11 in cinemas near you.
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