Tamannaah Bhatia addresses nepotism debate at Zee Cine Awards

At the Zee Cine Awards 2025 press conference, actress Tamannaah Bhatia discussed the ongoing nepotism debate in Bollywood. She highlighted her experiences and pointed out that actors with film backgrounds are often called "nepo kids," while those from outside the industry are labeled "outsiders.” Tamannaah identified her position as "fan-made," reflecting the sentiment of those who gain popularity through their fans rather than family connections. Tamannaah expressed excitement about this year’s awards. She said, “It’s only the beginning of the year, but it has already been creatively exciting.” She emphasized the importance of fan support in her career and noted that the Zee Cine Awards celebrate the strong bond between artists and their fans. The press conference featured other stars like Kartik Aaryan and Vaani Kapoor. Kartik shared that this year, he is pushing his acting limits by trying new genres. He showed enthusiasm for the FANtertainment theme of the awards, which focuses on the connection between audiences and cinema. Vaani Kapoor also shared her gratitude for fan support and expressed eagerness for the exciting projects ahead. She praised the Zee Cine Awards for celebrating the magic of cinema and the bond with fans. The 23rd Zee Cine Awards are scheduled for May 17 at the NSCI Dome in Mumbai. The event promises to be glamorous and will be broadcast live on Zee Cinema, Zee TV, and ZEE5.