Actor Vivek Oberoi recently shared his thoughts on the fleeting nature of fame in Bollywood, emphasizing how even superstars eventually fade from public memory. In an interview with Pinkvilla, Vivek Oberoi highlighted how audiences evolve with each generation, making legends of one era less familiar to younger fans.
He reflected on the 1960s cinema era, noting that many iconic actors and films from that time are no longer widely remembered. Vivek Oberoi said, “Which film, starring who worked in the 1960s, you ask anyone about that today, nobody cares. You will anyway be relegated to history.”
The actor also discussed Shah Rukh Khan’s legendary status and suggested that even he might eventually face the same fate. Vivek Oberoi remarked, “2050 mein log bolenge kaun Shah Rukh Khan, shayad (In 2050, people might ask, ‘Who is Shah Rukh Khan?’, perhaps).” He used Raj Kapoor as an example, pointing out that while cinema lovers revere the legend, younger fans may not recognize his name today.
Vivek Oberoi added, “Like people today might ask, ‘Who is Raj Kapoor?’ You and I call him the god of cinema, but if you ask any youngster who is a fan of Ranbir Kapoor, they might not even know who Raj Kapoor was. So maybe history relegates you into nothingness.”
The actor’s comments come as Shah Rukh Khan continues to dominate the industry. In 2023, SRK delivered three major hits: Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki. His upcoming film, King, directed by Siddharth Anand, has already created a buzz following its teaser release on SRK’s 60th birthday. The film also stars Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Raghav Juyal, Arshad Warsi, and Abhishek Bachchan.
Vivek Oberoi’s reflections underscore a universal truth in entertainment: no matter how iconic an actor may be, time and generational shifts eventually influence how their legacy is perceived. His insights remind audiences that fame, while powerful, is ultimately transient in the ever-evolving world of cinema.
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