Ishaan Khatter reveals whether brother Shahid Kapoor is a strict critic on his work: 'He’s not always been overly appreciative'

Ishaan Khatter, currently enjoying accolades for his performance in the series 'The Royals', recently shared insights into his relationship with his elder brother, Shahid Kapoor, particularly regarding his work. He expressed how Shahid is supportive of his work yet a strong critic who believes in genuinity.A Brother's Honest Feedback In a recent interview with NDTV, Ishaan revealed the valuable advice Shahid once gave him: "Be the sun, be the source yourself. Don't try to find the light that's shining off of somebody else. Just be your person and trust what you are bringing to the table." This advice encouraged Ishaan to embrace his individuality and have faith in his own capabilities. When asked about whether Shahid Kapoor is a strict critic of his work, or if he offers only praise, Ishaan clarified that his brother hasn't always been solely appreciative. "And that’s what makes it matter more when he does say something nice," he added. Ishaan further explained that the ‘Haider’ actor has consistently provided honest feedback from the beginning of his career, offering both positive and negative perspectives on his performances.Ishaan's Recent Project: The RoyalsIshaan Khatter's latest project, the series ‘The Royals’, premiered on Netflix on May 9, 2025. In this royal romantic comedy, Ishaan plays the character of Aviraaj Singh, a prince. The series marks his first collaboration with Bhumi Pednekar, who stars as Sophia Shekhar, an entrepreneur. The series is directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana with an ensemble cast including Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Chunky Panday, Vihaan Samat, Nora Fatehi, Dino Morea, Milind Soman, Kavya Trehan, Sumukhi Suresh, Udit Arora, Lisa Mishra, and Luke Kenny.Upcoming Projects for the BrothersLooking ahead, Ishaan Khatter is set to make his debut at the prestigious 78th Cannes Film Festival, where his film ‘Homebound’ will premiere on May 21. Meanwhile, Shahid Kapoor is currently engaged in the filming of his upcoming project with Vishal Bhardwaj.