With the release date of her much-anticipated debut film Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan fast approaching, Shanaya Kapoor is revealing her path to creativity — giving fans a glimpse into the intense workshop days that informed her performance.
Using her social media platform, Shanaya shared behind-the-scenes raw moments, throwback videos, and heartfelt reflections from her prep days, which have subsequently gone viral. The film, which will be released in theatres on July 11, 2025, will be a turning point for the star kid, who is entering the industry with a lot of expectations.
“These Workshop Days Changed Everything”: Shanaya Kapoor
While sharing her behind-the-scenes reel:
If I could caption it, it would be, “The days that shaped me…”
She gave fans a glimpse into the actor training process, with everything from character-building activities to personal script work.
“It was in these workshops I was able to truly find my voice as an actor,” she said in a Instagram Story. “The nervous laughter, the long pauses, the emotional breakthroughs — everything felt real and authentic.”
All workshops were done, reportedly, under the influence of a reputable acting coach, using a mix of method acting, emotional calibration, and improvisation — a combination that helped Shanaya deliver subtlety in her first performance.
What We Know About Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan
The plot of the film Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan is still somewhat of a mystery, but the film is expected to be a romantic drama with multiple emotional layers. It is directed by Santosh Singh and produced by Mansi Bagla and Varun Bagla in association with Zee Studios.
Insiders mention that the film itself is a “delicate but powerful love story”. The title itself creates a beautiful nostalgia for Bollywood lovers, as it comes from the famous Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam song also named Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, which adds to the excitement of the film.
Shanaya Kapoor’s Bollywood Debut
Shanaya Kapoor, the daughter of actor Sanjay Kapoor (and part of the enormous Kapoor family), was introduced to the public as part of Karan Johar‘s talent list.
After much speculation, delays, and mention of a different debut launchpad along the way, she will now join the industry with Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan — and the industry will be watching.
The updates from her workshops have landed at a time when star kids have been scrutinised more than ever, and the focus on craft over glamour seems to resonate with followers.
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Box Office Worldwide Verdict
The verdict on Shanaya Kapoor’s debut globally.
While the spectacle of a debut is often what gets the attention of the masses, the rawness of her behind-the-scenes peek during the emotional workshop days shows a young actor who was willing to prove herself through her work.
While we all await Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan‘s July 11 release and the promotions are barely beginning, this could be Shanaya’s time to pave her way — not as a star kid, but as an actor of passion, promise and authenticity.
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