Star kids often face heightened scrutiny in the film industry, as comparisons to their famous parents and the ongoing nepotism debate amplify public expectations. Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter, Suhana Khan, has been no exception. After her Bollywood debut as Veronica in Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies (2023), Suhana faced criticism, some of which was attributed to the way her character was written. A year later, she has found herself in the spotlight again, this time for an advertisement that sparked a fresh wave of trolling.
In her latest ad, Suhana delivers a single line before showcasing smooth dance moves in a music-video-style commercial. However, the ad’s release led to online backlash, with many critiquing her screen presence. Comments on social media ranged from mild disapproval to harsh trolling. One user wrote, “She has negative screen presence. She’s in the front yet your attention goes to side characters,” while another added, “These new nepo girlies have NEGATIVE screen presence… I couldn’t watch more than 10 seconds of this drivel!”
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Some critiques went further, attacking her potential as an actor. A troll stated, “Her father can lobby all he wants to get her gigs but will never be able to give her any of his aura nor screen presence,” while another remarked, “You can tell someone isn’t star material when you start paying more attention to background actors.”
Despite this harsh criticism, it is arguably unfair to judge Suhana’s abilities based on an advertisement, as screen presence and acting skills often take time to develop. On the professional front, Suhana will soon share the screen with her father, Shah Rukh Khan, in the upcoming film King. Many believe this will be a key opportunity for her to showcase her talent and silence critics.
Meanwhile, her older brother Aryan Khan is charting his own path, preparing for his directorial debut, which is set to premiere on OTT soon. As both siblings carve their respective paths, the audience will undoubtedly keep a close eye on their growth and contributions to the industry.
Suhana in the new Vivo Ad is absolutely horrible!!
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