• Johnny Lever As A Dad & Boss, And Mastering Mimicry | Jamie Lever | Bani Anand | AfterHours

  • May 16 2024
  • Length: 53 mins
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Johnny Lever As A Dad & Boss, And Mastering Mimicry | Jamie Lever | Bani Anand | AfterHours

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  • Join us for a fun episode of "AfterHours with All About Eve," hosted by Bani Anand and featuring the incredibly talented Jamie Lever. Bani kicks off the conversation by highlighting a shared experience - both Jamie and Bani are nepo kids. This sets the stage for an intimate discussion about family, fame, and the pressures that come with a famous surname. Jamie opens up about the struggles of missing out on father-daughter time due to Johnny Lever's busy schedule. Jamie reveals what it's like to work with her father in the "Johnny Lever Live" crew, where she performs comedy. Having done 250 shows together worldwide, she talks about the challenges and rewards of performing alongside a perfectionist. The discussion then shifts to the harshness of social media, with Jamie sharing how people often comment negatively without understanding the hard work behind the scenes. She discusses how she deals with criticism and stays positive. Jamie discusses the burden of carrying her father's legacy, initially distancing herself from the "Lever" name and going by Jamie J. She shares how producers urged her to use the surname Lever when she debuted, and how her father and uncle ensured she received good training in Hindi, Urdu, Hindustani classical music, and dance. These skills have proven invaluable in her career. Jamie talks about discovering her mimicry talent, narrating childhood incidents where she mimicked teachers, leading her father to recognise her gift. Jamie then shares the moment she told her father she wanted to pursue comedy. Although surprised, Johnny Lever supported her decision. She recounts her initial auditions, guided by her father's advice to figure things out on her own. Upon returning to India, she sought help from contacts like Sapan Verma and navigated the industry independently, proving her resilience and determination. Addressing the misconception that her journey was easy due to her father's fame, Jamie sheds light on the realities of favouritism in Bollywood. She explains how her family didn't have many industry contacts, leading her to struggle on her own. She proudly shares how people now recognise her for her work, recounting a recent compliment from Kareena Kapoor Khan. Jamie discusses the emotional side of her life, revealing her insecurities about her looks and the hurtful comments she's received about her body and face. She explains the intricacies of comedy, emphasising that even a five-minute performance requires preparation. Jamie found her niche in impersonations combined with singing, and she highlights her roles in films like "Bhoot Police" and "Kis Kis Ko Pyaar Karu," showcasing her versatility in various accents and characters. Before the interview concludes, Jamie treats us to her brilliant impersonations of Asha Bhosle, Farah Khan, Kangana Ranaut, and Rakhi Sawant. Hit the like button, subscribe to our channel, and turn on notifications for more exciting content! (0:00) Episode begins (1:21) Johnny Lever as a father (2:30) Family dynamics and discipline (4:00) Bonding with father (5:23) Working with Johnny Lever (8:46) Dealing with social media negativity (10:24) The burden of legacy (14:13) Discovering mimicry (17:51) Jamie Lever's unique talent (21:22) Pursuing comedy as a career (23:00) Misconceptions and struggles (27:35) Favouritism in Bollywood (29:35) Dating life (31:23) Jamie’s insecurities (34:11) Boosting self-confidence (36:30) The intricacies of comedy (37:25) Jamie Lever on discovering her zone (41:00) Mimicry of Ila Arun Ji (42:03) Commitment to clean comedy (44:50) Debut in Telugu cinema (47:50) What does Jamie Lever do to unwind AfterHours (50:07) Mimicry of Asha Bhosle, Farah Khan, Kangana Ranaut, and Rakhi Sawant
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