Alia Bhatt opens up about privilege and the self-doubt that comes with it: ‘I still have those bad days’

Alia Bhatt spoke about her path into acting at a recent News18 India event. She also talked about her privilege, her struggles, and her upcoming film “Alpha.”

Alia said her interest in acting began when she was a child. She grew up watching Govinda and Karisma Kapoor on television. Those songs and performances stayed with her.

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She said she used to act in front of her mirror at home as a child. Back then, she had one simple dream. She wanted to be inside the television screen she was watching. That early dream shaped the direction of her life. She added that she always believed she was meant to stand in front of the camera.

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She talks openly about privilege

Alia is the daughter of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and actress Soni Razdan. She did not avoid the topic of her background. She openly called her journey a privileged one.

At the same time, she said privilege does not remove hard days. She explained that even with advantages, self-doubt still shows up. Good days and bad days come regardless of where someone starts from.

She said the only thing that helps on tough days is reminding herself that she is allowed to dream. She added that she is also allowed to believe in herself.

Her comment captured a simple idea. Privilege can open doors, but it cannot replace self-belief. According to her, that belief has to come from within, no matter the starting point.

Alia Bhatt on her upcoming film ‘Alpha’

Alia also spoke about her next release, “Alpha.” The film is part of the Spy Universe franchise. She described it as more than just an action project.

She called the film a celebration of strength and attitude. According to her, the story reflects something present in every person. She explained that each individual carries an “Alpha” side within them. That side, she said, does not need outside validation to grow.

She said real strength comes from self-belief, personal energy, and dedication. She stressed that someone has to choose to dream, and to dream big, on their own terms.