Annu Kapoor says even Mukesh Ambani is a 'struggler'

Annu Kapoor

Actor Annu Kapoor will soon be seen in the film ''Dream Girl 2' reunited with his 'Vicky Donor' co-star Ayushmann Khurrana. In a recent interview, the senior actor was asked about the term 'struggling artist'. Responding to the question, he said businessman Mukesh Ambani, is also a struggler.

Annu Kapoor is known for sharing his unfiltered thoughts and speaking his mind . In an interview with Times Now, Annu was alsed abiut the term 'strugging artist', to which he said, "Mujhe iss Prithvi pe ek aisa insaan bata do jo struggle nahi kar raha hai. Aapko struglee lagta hai ki sirf dhan ka hai, ya yash ka hai. Aap agar Mukesh Ambani se bhi puchenge, unka bhi struggle hai, wo bhi struggler hai." (Show me one person in this world who is not struggling. You think struggle is only about money and fame, but if you ask Mukesh Ambani also, even he has struggles, even he is a struggler.)

Earlier this year, Annu Kapoor was admitted to Delhi's Sir Ganga Ram Hospital after he complained or a chest problem. He was discharged later after a few days. The actor is known for his performance in films like 'Ram Lakhan', 'Ghayal', 'Aitraaz', 'Jolly LLB 2', 'Vicky Donor', 'Hum', '7 Khoon Maaf', among others.

Annu Kapoor has been a part of the industry for over 40 years now. However, looking back at his career, Kapoor believes he did not get his due in Hindi cinema. "[Even] after 40 long years in the film industry, every role is a challenge for me. Unfortunately, I am not one of those privileged people who got success easily. I didn't even get my share of success, neither did things come easily to me. I am thankful to those who appreciate my work. But I am a struggler, and will remain one," he told Mid-day in an earlier interview.

Meanwhile, 'Dream Girl 2' starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Panday will be released in theatres on August 25. Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, the film is the sequel to the 2019 film that saw Ayushmann get a job at a call center because of his ability to talk in a woman's voice.