Abhishek Banerjee Exposes Bollywood's Pay Disparity: Stars' High Fees Undermine Supporting Actors
June 3, 2024Abhishek Banerjee, a Bollywood actor and former casting director, has raised concerns about the impact of high demands from film stars on supporting actors' fees.
Banerjee pointed out that the high fees commanded by stars result in other actors being underpaid, as producers pressure them to work for less.
He emphasized the need to recognize the value that all actors bring to a project, not just the stars.
Filmmaker Kunal Kohli highlighted that stars' entourages often influence which films they will participate in.
Banerjee, known for his roles in Stree and Paatal Lok, will appear in upcoming projects Vedaa and Stree 2.
This issue has ignited discussions on the unequal pay structure in the entertainment industry, highlighting the financial disparities supporting actors face.
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