Just finished Adolescence, and I can't stop thinking about Owen’s performance. This 16-year-old, playing a 13-year-old, brought so much depth, vulnerability, and raw emotion to the screen that it felt like I was watching real life unfold, not just a TV show. No big family name, no massive PR machinery—just pure, instinctive talent. And then I think about Bollywood, where a 29-year-old like Sara Ali Khan, with years in the industry and every opportunity at her feet, still struggles to act convincingly. The contrast is honestly embarrassing.

Owen in Episode 3 was something else entirely. His pain, his frustration, his silent struggles—all of it felt so effortless yet deeply affecting. His body language, his restrained expressions, and the sheer honesty in his eyes did all the talking. He was just the character. No forced intensity, no cringeworthy breakdowns. And that’s what makes a great actor—someone who makes you feel without having to try too hard.

Now, let’s talk about Sara. With every ‘intense’ scene, it’s like she’s being forced to eat karela on screen. Whether it’s Love Aaj Kal 2, Ae Watan Mere Watan, or any film where she’s expected to show even a hint of depth, she just... doesn’t deliver. It’s the same exaggerated expressions, the same rehearsed sobbing, the same over-the-top melodrama that never quite hits the mark. And yet, she keeps landing big-budget films, starring alongside the best in the industry. But why? What has she actually done to deserve it?

It’s not even just about Sara—it’s about Bollywood as a whole. Watching Adolescence made me realize how little our industry values true talent. Owen’s supporting cast—his father, his psychologist—every single actor brought something real and raw to the table, making the entire show immersive. Meanwhile, in Bollywood, you can have a brilliant ensemble, but then there’s always that one SARA ALI KHAN who sticks out like a sore thumb, dragging the whole project down. And the worst part? They still get more films, more chances, more hype.

Sara should honestly be taking acting notes from this 16-year-old before stepping in front of a camera again. Hell, she should take his blessings at this point. But more than that, Bollywood needs to wake up. There are Owens out there—raw, talented, deserving actors—who don’t get a chance because the industry is too busy handing out films to the same old privileged names. And as long as that keeps happening, we’ll never have an Adolescence of our own.

this is sara ali khan doing all her might to act in her NINTH MOVIE 'm*rder mubarak' on netflix

Sara Ali Khan at Cannes

Is she a toddler? Whats this weird rhyming thing she has going on? “Rag, drag, brag, swag, flag” - she always does this thinking she’s coming across funny but looks dumb af.

It’s soooooo cringe and it’s giving despo. She’s trying so hard to be funny but this just comes across as trying to hard, not to mention very forced and artificial. God she’s sooooo insufferable!

What’s makes it worse is she came with this as a response to Ibrahim dancing which is a such a huge turn off and far from being praiseworthy. Also - how is Saif a better dancer despite being much more stiff? Hell, I’d rather watch Ajay Devgn dance than whatever this is.

Gpay pe OTP ???

It feels like Sara Ali Khan has almost disappeared from the industry lately. There was a time when she was incredibly active on social media posting something or the other almost every day but now, her Instagram feels almost barren, with just the occasional ad for brands like Drools or Kurkure. These days, she seems to surface only during movie promotions, and even then, it feels minimal.

Her recent film Sky Force was an example of this she had a short role, but there was barely any promotion from her side, almost like she was distancing herself from the project. What’s even more concerning is the lack of clarity about her upcoming films. She reportedly has a few lined up Metro… In Dino, a movie with Ayushmann Khurrana, and Vvan with Sidharth Malhotra but there’s little to no buzz about their release dates. Even her fans seem confused, with rumors floating around that Vvan might be shelved.

What’s striking is how withdrawn Sara has become from public appearances. She used to be a regular at events, award shows, and movie screenings, and was always warm and friendly with the paparazzi. Now, it feels like she avoids the limelight either rushing past the paps or hiding her face when spotted. It’s a sharp contrast to her earlier days when she seemed so open and enthusiastic about the attention.

Her absence is starting to affect her fanbase too. Many of her fan accounts have gone private or even shut down, and there’s visible frustration among some of her supporters, with a few possibly stepping away from the fandom altogether. It’s surprising to see someone who once had such a promising start now facing such a rough patch, especially when her contemporaries who debuted around the same time seem to be holding their ground and moving forward.

Or perhaps, this is their ‘trying’ lol. But what is it except their Insta followers that these guys bring to the table??? I mean do these production houses not know that these followers won’t translate to box office numbers. They never do. Get a talented outsider ffs.

IMO she looks more like a South Indian than Janhvi Kapoor in Param Sundari

Lol she is not convinced with Archana. Point is why even push him in movies when he has lisp?

This is from the movie Atrangi Re.

Sara with her debut film and Ibrahim with his oh-so-funny pap interactions had most of us going for a minute before it all came crashing down

Is it just me, or has Sara Ali Khan already lost that aura of a heroine?

I remember when Sara Ali Khan first debuted, there was so much hype around her. She had that old-school Bollywood charm, came across as intelligent in interviews, and was being positioned as the next big thing. But now, it feels like something is missing.

What do you guys think?

Nobody knew that Sara is in Iceland. Not even her fans know anything about it. This picture was taken about 2 days ago.