Film directors Johar and Akhtar discussed high male actor fees in Bollywood, with Akhtar advocating for fair pay and Johar investing in newcomers.

Filmmakers Karan Johar and Zoya Akhtar recently discussed high fees demanded by male actors in Bollywood during a roundtable with The Hollywood Reporter India. Akhtar urged Johar to stop these excessive payments, advocating for fair compensation for technical crews and emerging talent. Johar acknowledged the issue, noting he has begun investing in newcomers, citing his film "Kill" as an example of this shift. He highlighted the financial imbalance, with male stars consuming a large portion of budgets.

September 24, 2024
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