"The Fire Within Me Diminished" | Finding Light Again ft. Arjun Kapoor | Anupama Chopra | THR India

In a candid and deeply personal conversation with Anupama Chopra of The Hollywood Reporter India, actor Arjun Kapoor opens up about his recent transformation, both personal and professional. Speaking from his home, Arjun reflects on his journey through a challenging phase in his career and life, discussing his battle with depression, therapy, and his autoimmune condition, Hashimoto's.

In this intimate interview, he shares how filming "Singham Again" coincided with some of his darkest days, and how he managed to deliver one of his most acclaimed performances as Danger Lanka while struggling to find joy in cinema again.

The actor speaks honestly about being misunderstood in the industry, his unique relationship with his father Boney Kapoor, and why he believes in taking chances with unconventional roles. With remarkable vulnerability, Arjun discusses his path to self-discovery, the importance of mental health, and his perspective on the current state of Hindi cinema.

He reflects on turning naysayers into believers and the process of reconnecting with his passion for films. This conversation goes beyond the typical celebrity interview, offering a raw and unfiltered look at an actor's journey through personal struggles to professional redemption. Don't miss this revealing discussion where Arjun Kapoor speaks with unprecedented honesty about resilience, recovery, and rediscovering himself in an industry that's constantly evolving.

00:00 Introduction
00:35 Welcoming Arjun Kapoor
01:05 Overwhelming response to Arjun's role in "Singham Again"
03:46 Considering the effectiveness of playing negative roles
05:32 Discussion on not signing any new films and focusing on personal growth
07:29 Dealing with depression, therapy, and personal struggles during filming
09:22 Starting therapy and acknowledging mental health challenges
15:35 Reconnecting with cinema
17:40 Dealing with failures, self-doubt, and professional setbacks
21:15 Drawing parallels with his father's resilience
26:22 Discussing loneliness, personal relationships, and emotional well-being
29:16 Misconceptions about his personality and being misunderstood
32:15 Navigating public perception
35:05 Positive interactions with peers on social media and industry support
38:08 Discussing the current state of Hindi cinema and industry challenges
46:41 Future plans and upcoming projects
47:39 Conclusion and closing remarks