Jaaved Jaaferi's son Meezaan will make his debut in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Malaal which also marks the debut of SLB's niece Sharmin Segal. A special screening was arranged by the makers of Malaal which was attended by a host of B-Town celebrities at YRF Studios in Andheri, Mumbai. All pictures/Yogen Shah
In picture: Meezaan and sister Alaviaa Jaaferi arrive for the special screening of Malaal.
Meezaan is gearing up for the release of his debut film Malaal. Asked about his approach towards a glamorous profession like acting, Meezaan told IANS, "I am a realist, therefore, I am pretty focused on my work. I have literally seen the good and also the dark phase of my father's career. There was a time when my father, being a family man, did films so that he could pay bills for many things including my education. I have got a good life but I saw him struggle."
Meezaan further added, "He is also very loved and respected because he is a skilled dancer and actor. The whole thing made me understand that if I am good in my craft, I will get my due and if I have love and support of the audience, I will get what I want as an actor."
In picture: Meezaan and Sharmin Segal pose for the photographers at the special screening of YRF Studios in Andheri.
The story of Malaal is set in Mumbai where Shiva, a Marathi youngster from a chawl, falls in love with a north Indian. Born and brought up in Mumbai, Meezaan had an urban upbringing. Playing the character of a Marathi young man was certainly not easy for his debut film. However, a year-long workshop and guidance of director Mangesh Hadawale and producer Sanjay Leela Bhanshali helped him to find the nuance of the character.
In picture: Jaaved Jaaferi poses for the photographers as he arrives for the special screening of his son Meezaan's debut film Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
Apart from his father, Meezaan's uncle Naved Jafri was long associated with the popular show Boogie Woogie, and his grandfather Jagdeep was a celebrated comedian in 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. Meezaan feels that he is entering the industry at a great time because of the increasing job opportunities on different platforms. "It is amazing to see the time that we are living in where platforms are increasing to celebrate stories and actors, technicians are respected. Earlier people used to look down upon TV."
In picture: Naved Jaferi arrives for the special screening of Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
Sharmin Segal, who is already facing questions on nepotism, during the film's promotions. Asked if coming from a film family has been an advantage for her, Sharmin told IANS: "I will not rely on my family name to get work, but only on talent and hard work. As far as I have observed, only talent and the liking of the audience can make me survive in Bollywood.
In picture: Sharmin Segal arrives for the special screening of Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
Shweta Bachchan Nanda along with daughter Navya Naveli Nanda also attended the special screening of Malaal at the YRF Studios in Andheri.
There were rumours that Navya and Meezaan are dating, but the debutant in a recent interview clarified that she is just a good friend. He also further revealed that he is dating someone but not Navya.
In picture: Navya Naveli Nanda arrives for the special screening of Malaal in Andheri.
Veteran actress Asha Parekh arrives for the special screening of Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
Indra Kumar with his family arrives for the special screening of Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
Ishaan Khatter was all smile as he arrived for the special screening of Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
Producer Jayantilal Gada along with wife Hansa also attended the special screening of Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
Veteran actress Poonam Dhillon also attended the special screening of Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali with mother Leela arrives for the special screening of his film Malaal in Andheri.
Javed Akhtar and wife Shabana Azmi also attended the special screening of Malaal at YRF Studios in Andheri.
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