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Timestamps:
(00:00) - Intro (03:35) - Shahid Kapoor on Humility (07:28) - Why Power Dynamics Don’t Work for Him (08:48) - What Is Operating Through Power? (10:42) - Feeling of Discontentment (11:55) - How He Instantly Scans People (14:04) - The Aura Surrounding Shahid Kapoor (15:47) - Looking for Growth Within Failure (17:00) - Feeling Victimized by Circumstances (22:37) - Feeling of Being Lesser (25:09) - Imposter Syndrome (28:23) - Constant Need to Prove Himself (29:13) - Improvement as an Actor (32:54) - Learnings from His Characters (34:15) - Diversity in Roles (35:55) - How Childhood Memories Shape Your Life (38:33) - Living Up to Parents' Expectations (40:00) - Was He a Parentified Child? (43:53) - Lack of Male Presence in Life (44:58) - Memories with His Grandfather (48:50) - Feeling of Void (51:30) - Confidence Issues (57:55) - Relationship With His Brother (1:04:54) - Learnings from younger brother (1:06:22) - Ideal Parenting (1:15:59) - The Idea of a Perfect Marriage (1:20:45) - His Views on Life and Personal Achievement (1:29:45) - Shahid’s Unwinding Time (1:33:16) - His Views on Heartbreaks (1:39:29) - His Faith in New Filmmakers (1:43:23) - Shahid on His Biggest Fear (1:47:28) - Closing Thoughts (1:50:50) - Outro
In this heartfelt episode of Figuring Out, we have Shahid Kapoor, who shares his journey from navigating heartbreak and self-doubt to discovering personal growth and balance in life. Shahid opens up about his childhood, his parents' separation, and how those experiences influenced his personality and relationships.
He reflects on the evolution of his career, from overcoming underconfidence to making choices that pushed him beyond his comfort zone. Shahid also talks about parenting, his bond with his kids, and the lessons he hopes to pass on to them. He delves into his idea of a “healthy marriage,” emphasising respect, understanding, and individuality in relationships.
From memories of working with Bollywood legends to his thoughts on family, success, and failure, this conversation is a treasure trove of life lessons and candid moments.
So, in this episode, you'll see the most real side of Shahid Kapoor that you've ever seen. And the way he opened up, it just felt like two bros chilling together, sharing stories and laughs so make sure you don’t miss this episode.
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