Actor Shahid Kapoor recalled his initial reaction to director Abhishek Chaubey's offer for the gritty film Udta Punjab, revealing that he immediately questioned why he was chosen for the challenging role of a drug-addicted rockstar, motivated by his desire to break away from his established star image.

Actor Meezaan Jafri candidly discussed the pressure and expectations faced by "star kids," asserting that inheriting a legacy brings both privilege and a significant burden.

Newcomer Ahaan Panday pushed back against the "star kid" label, arguing that since his father, Chikki Panday, is not an actor and his entry into the industry was through auditions and hard work, the tag inaccurately defines his debut journey.