By News18
Content creator and actor Apoorva Mukhija, best known as The Rebel Kid, has been making steady waves in the world of entertainment. From reality TV appearances like The Traitors to a starring role in Dharma Productions’ Nadaaniyan, Apoorva’s journey has captured the curiosity of both viewers and critics alike. In a candid conversation with SCREEN, she opened up about her experience working alongside Khushi Kapoor and addressed comparisons that have sparked heated conversations online.
Reflecting on her time on the sets of Nadaaniyan, Apoorva had nothing but praise for her co-star. “Khushi is one of the sweetest people I have met. She has an insane work ethic,” she said. Apoorva shared how Khushi’s quiet ambition was evident from day one. “Even when we were speaking on the sets of Nadaaniyaan, she was like, ‘I hope people start taking me seriously after this film.’ There are people who really want something; she is one of those people, and I am sure there are great things coming up for her. She deserves it; she works hard for it,” she added.
Recalling their long shooting days, Apoorva noted Khushi’s unwavering dedication, even after grueling hours on set. “We used to shoot for 14–16 hours, and she used to still go to the gym; that’s commendable. What I picked up from her was work ethic.”
While Nadaaniyan received a mixed response, and some viewers weren’t kind with their reviews, Apoorva believes that Khushi’s response to criticism showed maturity and strength. “Even if the end product or result might not be what you want, everybody you work with should say that you are a great person. Khushi is amazing, and we are in touch over WhatsApp,” she shared. As for her bond with Ibrahim Ali Khan, Apoorva confirmed, “Ibrahim and I have met quite a lot, and we chill often.”
Addressing the chatter around comparisons drawn between her and Khushi’s performance, Apoorva didn’t mince words. “I think it’s a bias more than anything else. Khushi did great work in the film. People are really harsh with nepo babies in general,” she explained. “I don’t think we need to put down somebody else to make another one feel better. It can be done without comparison. Apoorva did great acting, I appreciate the compliments, but the comments about how I performed better than her… we don’t need to do all this.”
While Nadaaniyan may not have made a splash at the box office, Apoorva’s poised response and camaraderie with her co-stars reflect the grounded mindset of a rising talent. And if rumours are to be believed, fans may soon catch her in an all-new avatar on Bigg Boss 19.