Mumbai, July 8 (IANS) Actress and filmmaker Pallavi Joshi believes the creation of daily soaps fundamentally changed Indian television, turning it into a medium driven by humongous and chaotic production schedules at the cost of creativity.Speaking exclusively to IANS, Pallavi reflected on how the transition from weekly programming to daily soaps placed immense pressure on writers and creators, which further led to the degradation of content.”When the daily soap started, television became a mons…
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Mumbai, July 8 (IANS) Actress Shiny Doshi believes Indian television needs to move beyond portraying women as “soft” and “helpless girls” and instead focus on stronger, more contemporary female characters.Speaking about the changing landscape of television, Shiny said that most of the roles she has been offered over the years have revolved around a similar image of the ‘ideal’ television heroine.In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Shiny said, “Television, I feel that all the shows that h…
Mumbai, June 22 (IANS) Avinash Mishra has summed up his journey on the new season of stunt-based reality show “Khatron Ke Khiladi”, which is being shot in Cape Town. The television actor said that “every day taught me something new.” Avinash detailed his journey in the show and said in the caption: “From waking up at 5 AM every day to gearing up for some of the most incredible stunts of my life, this journey has been nothing short of unforgettable.”He added: “Every challenge pushed…
Mumbai, June 7 (IANS) Veteran actress Kishori Shahane has shared her views on the long-standing issue of delayed payments in the television industry.The ‘Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin’ actress stated that at times the payment cycles get extended, creating financial difficulties for the artist.However, she added that there are many production houses that have proper schedules for payments, making things easier.Talking exclusively to IANS, Shahane was asked, “Another major issue often discussed is …
Mumbai, June 3 (IANS) Veteran actress Kishori Shahane has opened up about the long and demanding working hours in the television industry. Reflecting on the realities of the TV industry, Shahane told IANS that the pressure to deliver daily content often requires actors to work extended shifts, with overnight shoots becoming inevitable due to production delays and scheduling demands. When asked about the long working hours in television and the challenges actors face in maintaining a personal lif…
Mumbai, June 3 (IANS) Actress Adrija Roy, who is currently seen in the show “Anupamaa,” has opened up about the growing influence of social media on fashion. Speaking exclusively to IANS, the actress shared her thoughts on how digital platforms have changed the way celebrities present themselves. Adrija also explained her own approach to staying comfortable and confident in her style choices. When asked what fashion means to her and whether there is pressure to look fashionable in the age of…
Mumbai, May 30 (IANS) Popular television actress Surbhi Jyoti, who is expecting her first child with husband Sumit Suri, celebrated her birthday cum baby shower on Friday in the presence of her close family and friends.In the photo posted by Surbhi on her official handle, she was seen flaunting her full-grown baby bump in an adorable pink dress, accompanied by beautiful earrings and light makeup. The ‘Qubool Hai’ actress’s hair was adorned with flowers.”Celebrating me and the lil one growing ins…
Mumbai, May 20 (IANS) Producer and TV czarina Ekta Kapoor recently shared a fun-filled reel from her Thailand getaway, further flaunting her ‘pretty buddies’ actress Urvashi Dholakia, Charu Mehra and others.Starting the reel on a playful note, Ekta captioned the post, “This reel is to show off on how pretty my buddies.”The video featured many candid moments from what appeared to be the group’s recent trip to Phuket. In one of the clips, Ekta and Urvashi hilariously posed with goofy exp…
Mumbai, May 8 (IANS) Actor Harsh Chhaya believes Indian television underwent a massive transformation after the arrival of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.He further stated that there has been a clear distinction between the kind of content that was being made before 2000 and what followed after the iconic family drama which changed the landscape of Indian TV.In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Harsh reflected on the changing content and receptiveness of television in the context of storytell…
Mumbai, May 7 (IANS) Veteran star Harsh Chhaya, at his candid best, reflected on the changing work culture in the television industry.He recalled a time when actors would shoot for only eight hours a day, with both Saturdays and Sundays off, despite dealing with the same amount of workload as they do now.In an exclusive conversation with IANS, the actor spoke about how television schedules were once far more balanced despite delivering successful yet hectic and long-running content.“It used to…