'Can't even see frame': Priyadarshan calls Bollywood's entourage culture 'nuisance'
What's the story
Director Priyadarshan has spoken out against the entourage culture in Bollywood, saying that it is "the worst thing happening in Bollywood." In a recent interview with Filmfare, he revealed that multiple team members often accompany actors on sets. This not only inflates film budgets but also creates logistical challenges for filmmakers.
Filmmaker's frustration
Can't even see my frame, says Priyadarshan
Priyadarshan expressed his frustration, saying, "Where four actors are there, 40-60 people are also there with them, because of that I can't even see my frame." "They're all around, touching the hair, nothing to touch, most of them don't even have hair, so what are they doing there?" he said. "The paraphernalia around actors is more than my entire setup."
Entourage earnings
People in these entourages earn more than veterans: Director
Priyadarshan also pointed out that the people in these entourages often earn more than veterans like Asrani. He said, "They're earning much more than many known actors, like people like Asrani sir and all. They were getting much less money than these people." "This nuisance is not there in the South. Even if they are there, they don't enter the set. Only when the actors call, they come."
Tribute to Asrani
Priyadarshan remembers late actor Asrani
Priyadarshan also took a moment to remember the late actor Asrani, who passed away last October. "Asrani sir, I am so lucky. I finished both the films (Bhooth Bangla and Haiwaan) with him, the last two films I directed, and the last shot was taken, and two days later, he died," he said. Bhooth Bangla will release on April 16 (paid previews from 9:00pm), while Haiwaan doesn't have a release date yet.