New Delhi: Vivek Oberoi ventured into Hindi filmdom with Company and featured in films like Saathiya, Omkara and Yuva, followed by a dull period in his career with movies like Kyun...! Ho Gaya Na and Kisna. The actor says it did not bog him down as he treated the moment as part of a roller-coaster ride.
Asked if the sudden drop in his career graph affected him, Vivek told: "No. I think in everything in life, there are ups and downs and if you decide to have fun, then it is nothing but a roller-coaster ride."
Vivek, who made his debut in 2002 with Company, is the son of actor Suresh Oberoi. He says that even though there are some perks in coming from a film background, at the end of the day talent is what matters in showbiz. What about the constant clamour around the celebrity kids to match up to their parents to prove their talent?
"There are a lot of us who decided to carve our own way and create our own niche.... So, it just depends on what your approach is. There are perks of being a star kid... Being integrated into the industry is a lot easier, but there's also the perils of it, which is that the expectations from you are very high. So, you have to match up to the expectations," Vivek added. The actor stressed that comparisons will always be there for a star kid.
"So, it is a very large mountain to climb every single time. But I think at the end of it all, what truly matters is talent," said Vivek.The 41-year-old actor says if there is talent, "nobody cares whose son or daughter you are".
"They (the audiences) accept and love you for your talent. The same opportunity can be given to someone who is not a star kid," he added.
Vivek was last seen on-screen in Bank Chor. It is the story of three men who choose the worst day possible to rob a bank.