Several Bollywood celebrities have openly shared their reasons for choosing to remain in the Indian film industry rather than pursuing careers in Hollywood. Shah Rukh Khan humorously remarked on his lack of skills for Hollywood roles during a 2008 press conference, stating, “I think there is no space for me.” He aims to promote Indian cinema globally. Salman Khan expressed contentment with the respect he has earned in Bollywood, stating, “I am happy being here,” and sees little reason to start from scratch in Hollywood. Kangana Ranaut criticized Hollywood's agenda, emphasizing the importance of promoting Indian narratives. Kareena Kapoor Khan affirmed her happiness with Indian films, stating, “I really enjoy it,” while Manoj Bajpayee mentioned that although he receives offers from Hollywood, he prefers to focus on strong roles in India rather than starting anew abroad. These sentiments reflect a broader commitment among these actors to elevate Indian cinema.