“In the beginning of my career, for about the first 6-7 years, I was mostly attracted to the perks. It was all about the money and fame that kept me going. It’s not like I lacked passion, but I was only halfway passionate about what I was doing. Starting out fresh, gaining experience, that’s crucial when stepping into any industry. You make mistakes, have fun, and learn along the way over the years,” Emraan shared with Instant Bollywood.
As he grew in his career, Emraan noticed that the industry became tougher, expecting more from him as he became more successful.
Emraan Hashmi, Shriya Saran, Mahima Makwana get candid on Showtime, Nepotism & more
Emraan also admitted that the perks, money, and fame are hard to resist in the entertainment world. He recognized that actors like him are drawn to the attention and validation that come with success, even though it can also bring insecurities.
In conclusion, Emraan said that the fear of anonymity that plagues many actors. “As time went on, I noticed the world becoming less forgiving, especially with the success of my projects. I can’t deny the perks though. If anyone claims they’re not in it for the money or fame, they’re lying. We are suckers for the attention, insecurity is also something that comes out of it. Actors fear anonymity,” he said.
Meanwhile, Emraan’s performance in Showtime is receiving praise, alongside co-stars Mouni Roy, Naseeruddin Shah, Shriya Saran, and Mahima Makwana.