Archive · 9 Aug 2025
Shekhar Kapur Reflects on Dev Anand's Handling of Film Failure
Dev Anand, a famous Bollywood actor, is remembered by his nephew, Shekhar Kapur.
Kapur shared how his uncle dealt with failure gracefully.
Anand's film 'Ishk Ishk Ishk' was a project he put his own money into.
After the premiere, Anand received congratulations, but then learned that viewers were walking out during the movie.
Kapur noted that this experience was a lesson in how to handle life's challenges.
Dev Anand, a celebrated Bollywood actor, is remembered by his nephew, Shekhar Kapur.
Kapur discussed Anand's inspiring off-screen persona and how he handled failure.
Kapur shared an anecdote about the film 'Ishk Ishk Ishk', which Anand invested in.
After the film's premiere, Anand received calls and congratulations initially.
Reality set in when Anand learned viewers were leaving the theater during the film.
- Who
- Dev Anand and Shekhar Kapur.
- What
- The failure of Dev Anand's film 'Ishk Ishk Ishk'.
- When
- Following the premiere of 'Ishk Ishk Ishk'.
- Where
- At the Oberoi hotel after the premiere.
- Why
- To illustrate Dev Anand's reaction to a professional setback.
- Actor
- Dev Anand
- Director
- Shekhar Kapur
- Film
- Ishk Ishk Ishk
- Setting
- Oberoi hotel