Jaaved says he never became an A-lister because of the groupism, gives example of Salman

Jaaved Jaaferi reflects on his career and why he never reached Bollywood's A-list. He believes industry packaging and PR played significant roles in his journey.

Jaaferi also noted he was not part of influential industry groups. Success, like Salman Khan's, can dramatically alter an actor's career trajectory.

His debut as a villain shaped perceptions, limiting future roles.

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