Prithviraj Sukumaran ADMITS He And Dulquer Salmaan Are ‘Nepo Kids': 'I Wasn’t Even Screen-Tested...'

Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, currently seen in Aadujeevitham (The Goat Life), shared his thoughts on nepotism in a recent chat. He admitted that his surname helped him get his first film without any audition. He also talked about his relationship with Dulquer Salmaan, both being sons of famous actors. Prithviraj said that in Kerala, they are all pretty much ‘Nepo kids’.

“In Kerala, we live quite close to each other, and we are all well ‘Nepo kids.’ I have had it easy to come into the industry. I got my first film only because of my surname. Someone thought I would make a good lead actor because I was so and so’s son. I wasn’t even screen tested. I owe my first film only to my surname, nothing else,” the actor said in an chat with Mashable India.

He added that he owes his first film to his surname. He said, “But I owe only my first film to my surname because in cinema, the thing is, you could be anybody’s son or daughter, but you’re being evaluated by the public that coming Friday. If you’re not good enough, you’re not good enough, that’s it. You can’t be protected. You can’t be protected by the board of directors. You are out there to be judged by the public and you’ll have to face them. But having said that, I repeat, yes, I’ve had it easy to get into the industry.”

Meanwhile, Aadujeevitham is receiving praise worldwide for its touching story and outstanding performances, especially by lead actor Prithviraj Sukumaran. Directed by Blessy, it’s leaving a lasting impression on audiences. Among the admirers is celebrated ISRO scientist and Padma Bhushan awardee Nambi Narayanan, who hopes the film wins an Oscar, considering it one of Prithviraj Sukumaran’s standout works.

Apart from Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film stars Jimmy Jean Louis and Amala Paul in supporting roles.The film has been in the making for almost 16 years. It was first conceptualised in 2008 by Blessy and Sukumaran had agreed to play the part later that year.