Masaba Gupta Discusses Mother's Influence on Career

Masaba Gupta, a prominent fashion designer who has recently ventured into acting with the show 'Masaba Masaba', disclosed that her mother, veteran actress Neena Gupta, discouraged her from pursuing acting early on. During a podcast interview, Masaba recounted her mother's concerns about her unique appearance, which Neena believed would confine her to specific roles in a different industry environment. Neena advised Masaba to focus on a career that would allow her to utilize her intellect and be sustainable long-term. Masaba also emphasized that nepotism is prevalent in all fields, not just Bollywood, noting that it often leads to missed opportunities. She believes this phenomenon is more visible in the film industry due to its public nature. Overall, Masaba appreciates her mother's guidance while recognizing the broader implications of nepotism in various professions.