Zahan Kapoor Reflects On Family Legacy And His Breakthrough In Black Warrant: 'I'm Here For The Craft Not...'

The grandson of legendary actor Shashi Kapoor, Zahan recently delivered a breakthrough performance in the web show Black Warrant.

Zahaan Kapoor talks about getting recognition with Black Warrant.

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Coming from the illustrious Kapoor family, Zahan Kapoor is carving his own path in the entertainment industry. The grandson of legendary actor Shashi Kapoor, Zahan recently delivered a breakthrough performance in the web show Black Warrant. Reflecting on his journey and the values instilled in him by his iconic lineage, Zahan emphasises his commitment to focusing on craft over fame.

Zahaan Kapoor on his legacy

“It has made me focus deeply on my work and craft above all else, because I am not here to chase fame and recognition. Those two things are very attractive, but they are by-products,” Zahan shares.

Having grown up observing the highs and lows of stardom, Zahan explains, “Having seen these things, I understand that fame and success and glamour is not the be-all and end-all. It requires a deep work ethic, it requires dedication. I know it requires persistence and perseverance. Those values I have been lucky enough to observe in my family and then dedicated enough to imbibe.”

On Faraaz

While Black Warrant has earned him acclaim, Zahan’s debut with the 2022 film Faraaz went largely unnoticed. Despite this, he remains positive about his journey. “Everybody wants to make a good film, a successful film, and nobody sets out to make one that doesn't work. Failure should not really go to your heart where it disappoints you. Faraaz is considered a failure by many, which I do not consider it as at all; I think it's successful in its intention. But it should not go to my heart that because of Faraaz I have not become the talk of the town and I am so disappointed that my first film has not made a bang,” he reflects.

On Black Warrant

Zahan is also proud of Black Warrant’s emotional approach, which sets it apart from the typical violent narratives seen on OTT platforms. “If we look at things in terms of what is available on OTT, there is definitely a trend to exaggerate and use violence as the point of attraction. And sometimes, that is viscerally enjoyable."

He continued, "But whether a story requires it or not, it comes largely down to the maker and their choice and sensibilities. Depending on what it is that you are trying to invoke, you might choose differently. I deeply value that approach as well as any other,” he explains.