Why I am rooting for Ayushmann! - Page 3

Originally posted by: Twinklingmoon

He is a privileged outsider. He was a well known name before he joined films. He was a rodies winner, successful host and what not. He's been in limelight from at the age of 17. He didn't struggle to get work, he didn't face rejection, he was never jobless. The reason John cast him in Vicky Donor was solely because he was famous, not because he has acting chops to pull that role. He's been around in the industry for long as a well known face. He is mediocre at best when it comes to acting, the guy just change the clothes and land to another set no prep no hardwork just sheer good luck and support of people who doesn't understand a $hit of acting. Kudos to him for cultivating his own mediocre🥳audience who are happy with the $hit served to them. Who can't see incompetency in his work and want laud him because he is succesful. The boy can't act, and should stop making movies and make way for more worthy people who are badly in need opportunity to prove they are talented. His versatility at playing him self over and over again is commendable, isn't he tired of playing himself everywhere?? Discuss.

1. Roadies: Him being a winner of Roadies means nothing. Yes, he had received fame for a little while, but it in no ways assisted him in his acting career. Agar kiya hota, toh na jaane kitne Roadies Bollywood mein bhaare hote.
2. Successful Host: Again, he worked hard at these jobs and received his fame on his own merit. When he first started as an RJ, he wasn't an immediate success. He was even questioned by his supervisor as to why he wants to become a RJ, because he was that bad. He continued to work hard at his craft to become better.
3. TV Shows: Yes, he starred in TV shows, but his roles were absolutely meaningless. I used to watch Kayamath as a kid, and even I didn't remember he was in that show. That's how little of a screen presence he had. Moreover, when he had gone back home to Chandigarh, he had gotten calls from Balaji executives wherein they threatened him that they will make sure he never gets to act again and whatnot. So again, not an immediate success, and definitely didn't get everything handed to him.
4. Rejection: He did face rejection, that too over something as stupid as having "bushy eyebrows". What kind of fcking criteria is that wherein you're rejected over a facial feature, rather than your merit? This is the kind of ridiculous standards that outsiders have to go through where they're rejected by just one look, rather than being given a chance to show what sort of talent they possess. Another example, is the more famous one that had been circulating recently: being rejected by KJO. Rather than being told that they're interested in only working with star kids, they led him on and gave him hope that he may have a chance when really they had no intention of working with outsiders like him. Itna time waste kyun? Just be transparent about what you want, so energies can be spent somewhere better.
5. Never Jobless: I don't understand what you expected him to do. To starve to death? Is that the only standard that people are using in order to support outsiders? That they should have been, or at least close to being homeless, starving, financially bankrupt etc.? I really don't understand this bizarre mentality. The man branched out, learned different skills, and gained a lot of communication skills. Moreover, he found unique ways of getting into the industry, rather than the standard modelling, or auditions. Furthermore, he himself has said, that being financially secure is important for him (as it should be for everyone). That's why when Hawaizaada tanked, he immediately went out to create a band for himself and started to cultivate a musical career. In case things didn't work out for him in acting, he can at least sustain himself in the musical field.
   
6. Audience: If you don't like his acting that's fine. It's a subjective matter anyways. I don't see why you had to go out of your way, and ridicule people who like him though. There's a myriad of reasons as to why people may go to watch his films. It could be his acting, the versatility in his scripts, them being films that you can watch with the entire family, the songs, the director, etc. We all have different reasons for enjoying the things we do, and they don't always need to be justified.
   
7. Power: I don't know what makes you think that he holds any sort of power in Bollywood. He's merely an actor who doesn't hold that kind of clout. Even for his more critically acclaimed films like Article 15, and Andhadhun, he had to approach the directors and lobby for the films, because he was never their first choice. If he had any sort of power, then these films would have been offered to him. He also doesn't have the power to stop anyone from being a part of films. He's merely an actor, not a producer, or director wherein he can dictate who he wants to work with. As it is, hasn't he worked with a lot of newcomers whether it was in the capacity of directors, or co-stars? If he had been arrogant in any way, then he could have easily demanded to work with stars so that he could propel himself to the "elite" field of Bollywood. But he doesn't care about all that, and why should he when he himself wasn't treated with respect from them? Ayushmann has carved himself a special place in the industry on his own merit, and is largely keeping to himself. If he's doing well, and is being loved by the audience, then why should he stop? If people aren't getting jobs, then it's not his fault. It's the system's fault for being unfair, and setting up ridiculous obstacles that people have a hard time overcoming.

In case it wasn't already apparent with this response, yes I am going to support Ayushmann, and all the endeavors he takes on. However, my support and love for him isn't blind. If he fails to do something, I will hold him accountable. If he does something wrong, I won't make excuses for him. I won't like everything that he does, and that is fine. What's important to me is that he's good at heart, and that he continuously tries to do and be better. I appreciate him immensely for his honesty, positive outlook on life, and willingness to constantly break barriers. To me, he's a gem, and I wish him nothing but the best in life. 💜

Originally posted by: Terenaina

Ayushmann has family support, wife kids, fans making his movies hit and even being invited to Bollywood gang group and kwk shows. Sushant had nobody supporting him. I wish we were supported the person who needed support the most

The bollywood group ONLY noticed him when he started delivering hits. He would have never made it to KWK if it wasnt for box office succes which he managed on his own.

I like Ayushman even before he entered movies, cos i thought he was a good host too...

I like seeing him doing well as actor too - i like to see something different too with his acting choices.

Also I liked to see outsiders who are now in the IN gang also have some courage to come atleast speak up about nepostism and the issues in the industry, where change is needed and i don't see it from him and also Kartik who is also now IN the gang... (though cant say i like Kartik much as actor)

What about the stuff he is doing for his brother. Its as if he erased SSR from society 😆

Originally posted by: Aruni.

Since when did action / masala became the yardstick of skill or talent?

Its as valid as any other genre

Originally posted by: Lennie

Also I liked to see outsiders who are now in the IN gang also have some courage to come atleast speak up about nepostism and the issues in the industry, where change is needed and i don't see it from him and also Kartik who is also now IN the gang... (though cant say i like Kartik much as actor)

I agree.

Off the top of my head, I can only remember three incidents wherein he talked about his unfair treatment in the industry: two related to KJO, and the other of a party. His overall stance on nepotism has been a bit nonchalant which has annoyed me greatly. I don't know if he's purposely choosing to not say anything because he doesn't want to stir up any controversies, and just wants to maintain diplomacy. But if someone like him were to speak up, I think it would make a difference. That yes, despite all the obstacles that were standing in his way, he still found a way to create a space for himself, and be successful in it. He didn't need to associate himself too heavily with the Bollywood elites, and yet he was still able to connect, and garner an audience for himself.

In regards to Kartik, I don't know what he wants in terms of his career. I don't think he has a fixed idea either, and is currently just using whatever opportunities that come his way to learn, and grow, which is great. It took him a long time to reach this level of success, and if he wishes to enjoy all the paraphernalia that comes with this fame, then let him. I also don't know what his contracts are like, but if he's getting the chance to work in huge franchises because of these connections then I doubt he'll speak out about nepotism right now. It holds the potential of damaging his career after all.

Besides, he has been using his platform to bring a lot of awareness to people when it came to COVID-19. Interviewing front line workers, survivors of COVID, or even sharing some good news over all the bad is commendable. Yes, they're not of the top most quality, and there are so many elements that can be improved on, but at least he's trying. In that regard, he is setting himself apart from others, and I can see him cultivating a fan base of his own. Perhaps even one that engages in people from all walks of life, and not just movie fans. He's still very young in his career, so I'm willing to be a little more lenient on him, and give him the chance to grow, rather than be outright dismissive of him.

Also, on a side note, for some reason I was reminded of the Insta live that Kartik did with Rajeev Masand where he was constantly calling Rajeev out and asking him why he wasn't invited to the Actors Round Table. When Rajeev wouldn't answer, Kartik invited many other actresses, and complained to them about the same. When I first watched it, it came off cringey to me, but now it's somewhat hilarious. Bande ne puri public mein Rajeev ko khud call out kar liya, aur woh banda bas has da rahe gaya. 😆

Originally posted by: Maroonporsche

What about the stuff he is doing for his brother. Its as if he erased SSR from society 😆

Ayushmann hasn't done much for his brother. Whatever roles Aparshakti got and continues to get, they're on his own merit.

And what do you mean by he erased SSR from society? Ayushmann existed in a different space in the industry than Sushant. If you're making comparisons between Sushant and Aparshakti, then Sushant was in the industry long before Aparshakti was. I don't know how they would have influenced each other to this extent.

Originally posted by: asmaanixx

. I don't know how they would have influenced each other to this extent.

Someone still needs to explain it to me 😆

I love Ayushmann! I think we are lucky (or unlucky depending on the perspective) that he is not a great actor, he is decent to good. This man consecutively gave us such good movies, if he actually wowed us with his acting ability as well he would become the undeniable #1. No one would have been able to touch him. I also think that would've changed things for him as well. I can't see the undeniable #1 actor of bollywood do some of the movies he has done.

I want him to do well. It's refreshing to see outsiders like him and Tapsee create new spaces, niches for themselves. In Ayushmann's case he is so easy to love and support. While most bollywood "stars" take pride in not watching other people's work because they consider it beneath them, he openly watches everything and loves it. He said he even loves movies other people hate. I love his eternal positive vibe.

Originally posted by: Rhimjhimsawan

I love Ayushmann! I think we are lucky (or unlucky depending on the perspective) that he is not a great actor, he is decent to good. This man consecutively gave us such good movies, if he actually wowed us with his acting ability as well he would become the undeniable #1. No one would have been able to touch him. I also think that would've changed things for him as well. I can't see the undeniable #1 actor of bollywood do some of the movies he has done.

I want him to do well. It's refreshing to see outsiders like him and Tapsee create new spaces, niches for themselves. In Ayushmann's case he is so easy to love and support. While most bollywood "stars" take pride in not watching other people's work because they consider it beneath them, he openly watches everything and loves it. He said he even loves movies other people hate. I love his eternal positive vibe.

IKR?

He's so likeable - such a warm and sweet person. Also, I do wish that he improves his acting and becomes the No. 1. That would be like icing on the cake!