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When Ekta Kapoor's Niece Faced NEPOTISM Attacks!

Actress Anchal Sharma who is making her big acting debut with Ekta Kapoor's Haq Se, was questioned about Nepotism by media.

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Young actress Aanchal Sharma, who is making her big acting debut with the upcoming web series, Haq Se by Ekta Kapoor, recently found herself in the spot when she was faced with questions on nepotism from the media.

During the trailer launch of her debut, Aanchal was asked whether getting an opportunity in an ALTBalaji production was an easy ride for her since she was Ekta Kapoor's niece. 

The question did make Aanchal visibly uncomfortable, but Ekta cut in and explained, "I first saw her audition that came from director Imtiaz Ali for 'Laila Majnu' (an upcoming film). Since she did not look like the character, I said no to her and then I mentioned to Imtiaz that she is my niece. Later Rhea (Kapoor) showed me Archana's audition for 'Veere Di Wedding' and said that she is 'outstanding'. However, this time she fits the part so I cast her in the show." 

Responding to the question, Aanchal said, "See, Ekta has always encouraged new talents, so I just cannot walk in to her office and say that I want to act. I had to go through a process of audition. Of course, she is an inspiration for me but I auditioned for several other projects of ALTBalaji and was not accepted. So I think it is an honour for me that she believed in me to play this character."

The evening was graced by director Ken Ghosh, actor Rajeev Khandelwal, Rukhsar, Simon Singh and Pavail Gulati, among others.

And going by the promos, the series looks splendid and promising. We are totally looking forward to the web series.

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Ekta u r great...love you sooo much...Ektoor

6 years ago

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