Nepotism is no longer a single scandal. In 2025 gossip circles, it’s an image-management ecosystem where casting, PR, and public perception all intertwine around star kids.
Casting chatter — In Post 1, the buzz centers on Ayushmann Khurrana potentially leading the sequel to Pati Patni Aur Woh, with fans debating whether the move signals a broader mainstream pivot or just another familiar casting lane. The same thread digs into nepo-kid status and PR around Kartik Aryan, showing how casting choices are read as signals about legitimacy [1].
Aryan Khan BTS talk — Post 4 highlights BTS glimpses and Aryan Khan’s involvement, fueling debates about nepotism as production momentum builds around a star kid [4]. Viewers weigh how a high-profile pedigree interacts with audience expectations and career strategy.
Sara Tendulkar Grazia cover — Post 5 questions why Sara Tendulkar is on the Grazia cover, treating the moment as a proxy for how lineage and access translate into media leverage rather than craft-based merit alone [5].
KWK nostalgia and PR reality — Post 3 recalls the KWK era’s bold, unfiltered vibes and frames nepotism as a living, evolving PR ecosystem rather than a one-off scandal. The nostalgia lays the groundwork for today’s image-first discourse around star kids and deals with outlets like Koffee with Karan [3].
Closing thought: 2025 gossip suggests nepotism isn’t a scandal—it's a system of nerves, networks, and cross-promotional moves that shape who gets seen and who gets cast.
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