Rati Agnihotri’s son Tanuj Virwani talked about the pressure to prove himself in the industry: ‘For my mother, they will meet me, but …’.

Tanuj Virwani, son of iconic Bollywood actress Rati Agnihotri, may come from a famous film heritage, but her journey in the industry has been one of the calm determination and personal patience. Currently in the headlines for her role in Rana Naidu 2, Tanuj has opened up the challenges of carving on his own path, pressure to stay up to his mother’s name, and the lesson of life, who placed him on the ground – on both the screen.In an interview with Bollywood weddings, he admitted that being a star kid gave him access to the people in the industry, but clarified that it never guarantees work. Tanuj explained that even when some people were ready to meet their mother with respect, the landing roles were still completely dependent on their talent and hard work. He also noted that the debate of nepotism was not equally prominent when he started, which was contrary to Buzz after years after Kangana Ranaut-Karan Johar controversies.Tanuj further revealed that his mother, Rati Agnihotri, has always been both his closest trusted and the most difficult critic. Despite his shared background in cinema, he rarely discuss films at home. Instead, their interaction focuses on personal development – how to move themselves, lead for example, and stay on the ground. He shared that when he first told about his decision to pursue acting, he gave him hearty but realistic advice. Rati insisted that when the industry could appear glamorous, it comes with its part of the conflicts – legumes, insecurity, rejection and emotional tolls. His guidance was less about the craft of acting and more about developing mental strength necessary to survive and succeed in such a challenging place.He also shared that his mother, Rati Agnihotri, taught one of the most valuable lessons – and he who lives – he lives on the ground during high and is not consumed with negativity during the offering. He emphasized the importance of emotional balance, reminding him that both could be extremely unwell. Off-screen, Tanuj is also a dedicated family person known for being a loving husband and a doting father.