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Shanaya Kapoor pens a heartfelt note ahead of Student of the Year: After Dark release, says “This show means everything to me”
With Student of the Year: After Dark set to premiere tomorrow, Shanaya Kapoor has penned a heartfelt note reflecting on her journey with the series, expressing gratitude to the people who made the project special. Alongside her note, the actress also shared a series of behind-the-scenes pictures, offering a glimpse into the making of the show and the hard work that went into bringing it to life.
Calling the series extremely close to her heart, Shanaya wrote, “This show means everything to me, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the entire, incredible, insane and best team.”
The actress thanked Karan Johar for trusting her with the opportunity to carry forward such a special franchise and giving her the chance to explore a double role so early in her career. Highlighting how the experience allowed her to showcase her acting range, she wrote, “Thank you for believing in me. Hope I make you proud.”
She also had a special mention for director Reema Maya, whom she fondly called “The captain of the ship”. Appreciating the creative freedom and guidance she received throughout the shoot, Shanaya shared, “You allowed me to express in my own way and whenever we got it right.. it was the best feeling on set.”
The BTS pictures also offer a glimpse into Shanaya’s physically demanding preparation for the series, including intense action training and challenging underwater sequences.
Reflecting on the experience, she revealed how the team pushed her beyond her comfort zone, writing, “Thank you so much for pushing me to places I thought I couldn’t go.”
One of the most exciting aspects of the series for Shanaya was bringing Aditi and Ayesha to life. Reflecting on portraying the two characters, she wrote, “Aditi and Ayesha, two characters to understand, empathise with, grasp and love. I learned and opened up so much during this process.”
Admitting that she feels nervous as the release approaches, Shanaya also reflected on the hard work that has gone into the show and expressed her excitement for audiences to discover its distinct characters and their journeys.
With Shanaya stepping into a double role and exploring a new dimension as an actor, Student of the Year: After Darkpremieres tomorrow on JioHotstar.
