Union Minister Smriti Irani, who recently made headlines for her nostalgic return to Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, has now spoken out about the downside of being a well-known figure. Irani stated on Soha Ali Khan`s latest podcast that her celebrity status did not make her political career any easier. Instead, she disclosed that recognition frequently worked against her, with many viewing her political involvement as a matter of convenience rather than devotion.

On being a well-known figure is a disadvantage

When Soha inquired whether her widespread recognition benefited her or not, Irani responded directly. “A disadvantage. Because everybody presumed actors treated politics as something they did at the very end of their careers, not something they pursued seriously from the ground up. Most actors are parachuted into politics because of their popularity and then just become Rajya Sabha members," she said.