At a recent event brimming with anticipation and cinematic glamour, Bollywood luminary Kajol found herself momentarily stepping into a different spotlight—a confrontational one. The occasion was the trailer launch of her eagerly awaited film ‘Do Patti’, where Kajol, alongside co-stars Kriti Sanon and Shaheer Sheikh, was in attendance. Adorned in an elegant red gown, Kajol appeared radiant and ready to engage with the media. Yet, the conversation took an unexpected turn when a journalist posed a rather personal question about betrayal, prompting Kajol to firmly establish boundaries regarding her privacy.
For an actor who has been a dominant figure in Bollywood since the 1990s, Kajol’s interaction with the media is both a regular affair and an opportunity to connect with her audience. However, at the heart of the glittering event, a journalist shone the spotlight on an emotion closely tied to the storyline of ‘Do Patti’—betrayal. When asked if betrayal had ever intersected with her personal life, Kajol responded with a palpable mix of assertiveness and frustration. Her words, “Don’t be daft. I am not going to share an anecdote. It is too personal. If it is a betrayal, it is too personal. Obviously, I will not (share the details),” reverberated with those present, serving as a clear guard against intrusive inquiries.
Kajol’s co-actors present at the event, including Kriti Sanon and Shaheer Sheikh, shared the spotlight yet deferred from delving into personal disclosures when Kajol turned to them for input. This poised and deflective move underscored a collective understanding amongst the film’s stars about maintaining personal boundaries.
In elaboration, Kajol emphasized a universal truth that rendered her response relatable to many: betrayal is a feeling nearly everyone grapples with at some stage in life. “.
…Everyone experiences it. If we’ve grown up as an adult, you feel it as a child sometimes, you feel it as a teenager, you will feel it as an adult and at some point in your life for sure. Otherwise, you haven’t lived life at all or you’ve been under a tree somewhere. Yes, we’ve all felt betrayal and I think we’ve portrayed it nicely also in the film,” she remarked, offering a broader reflection without spilling personal experiences.
The buzz around ‘Do Patti’, directed by newcomer Shashanka Chaturvedi and penned by Kanika Dhillon, is significant not just due to its star-studded cast but also because of the compelling narrative it promises to unravel. Marking a career milestone, Kajol steps into the shoes of a police inspector, a role she is tackling for the first time. Kriti Sanon, meanwhile, brings intrigue with a dual role, navigating the complexity of twin siblings, while Shaheer Sheikh’s character, Dhruv Sood, harbors secrets shrouded in mystery.
Set in the captivating fictional locale of Devipur, ‘Do Patti’ invites viewers into a suspenseful tale where Inspector Vidya Jyothi (Kajol) encounters unsettling events linked to Saumya (played by Kriti Sanon) and her spouse, Dhruv. The plot thickens when Saumya’s twin, Shailee, makes a surprising appearance, triggering a whirlwind of questions that query the very essence of honesty and deceit.
Produced under the collaborative banners of Kathha Pictures and Blue Butterfly Films, ‘Do Patti’ marks a thrilling addition to Netflix’s array of Indian cinema offerings. The thematic exploration of trust, secrecy, and personal truth promises to engage viewers in a poignant cinematic experience, inviting them to decode the intricate web of half-truths upon its release on October 25.
As the trailers go live and anticipation mounts, Kajol’s interaction at the launch offers a precursor to the formidable themes embedded within the film—protection of one’s personal narrative and the strength to delineate boundaries amidst public scrutiny. In a world eager to know more intimately about its stars, Kajol’s stance is not just commendable but crucial, exemplifying the balance between public persona and personal privacy. With ‘Do Patti’, audiences are set for a gripping portrayal of life’s unpredictability, where Kajol again demonstrates her ability to mesmerize not just with her acting, but with her resolute stand on personal privacy as well.
