New York's Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani could become a professional actor if he wanted to. Director Mira Nair says her son had all the potential to become an actor. Zohran was also supposed to make his acting debut in a film directed by his mother. However, none of that happened.
Mira's 'Monsoon Wedding' remains a favourite film for many even today. The film was released in 2001. Mira had thought of casting her son in that film. She was also satisfied with her son's acting. Later, Mira also considered taking Zohran for the film 'A Suitable Boy'. But that hope was not fulfilled either. Ishaan Khattar acted in the film.
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Even though he didn't act in Monsoon Wedding, Zohran was involved with the film. Mira says he handled many responsibilities. She recalls that they had not found anyone suitable until the workshop, when her son performed. Watching his act, she says, left her genuinely amazed. Mira had also approached Zohran for 'A Suitable Boy'. But he completely rejected his mother's proposal.
