Overview
- Speaking in an exclusive Pinkvilla interview published on Feb 11, Ratna Pathak Shah said Alia Bhatt was highly attentive on the Kapoor & Sons set.
- She recounted that Bhatt often watched the monitor when others were performing, carefully observing rather than chatting on set.
- Shah contrasted Bhatt’s approach with a pattern she sees in some younger actresses who try to be the “cute entertainer,” which she believes can weaken performances.
- The veteran actor noted they exchanged only a few words and did not share scenes in the 2016 film, yet Bhatt still left a strong impression as gifted and focused.
- By Feb 12, Hindustan Times, News18, Mid‑day and India Today had amplified the interview, with no rebuttals or new responses reported from Bhatt or others.