The talented actress Shabana Azmi celebrated the 49th anniversary of her legendary movie Nishant by sharing a heartfelt post on media. She reflected on the influence of the movie and shared her opinions on the current state of entertainment in her message. Azmi gently chastised streaming services for their growing propensity to reward well-known actors and directors over developing fresh talent.

Azmi reminisced about the impact of Nishant, a film directed by Shyam Benegal, on Indian parallel cinema. She commended Benegal for his boldness in casting fresh faces and nurturing their skills an aspect she believes is missing in the current OTT landscape. "Shyam took newcomers and established them as stars in their own right," Azmi expressed his feelings about the missed chances in the present content scene.

 

 

 

 

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In her post she voiced worries about the prevalence of well-known celebrities and production companies on streaming platforms pointing out that this emphasis tends to hinder innovation and restricts chances for new talent to emerge. "OTT platforms are mostly running after established stars, directors, and production houses, missing the big opportunity to launch new faces. What a pity!"

Azmi’s insights shed light on an increasing discussion in the sector where there are calls for more inclusivity and chances for fresh talent in the digital realm. Despite OTT platforms attracting viewership through their star-studded offerings the limited diversity in casting and production is raising concerns among industry professionals and audiences.

Nishant, released almost five decades ago is hailed as a significant milestone in Indian filmmaking. Shyam Bengal’s contribution to the parallel cinema movement has solidified his status as a trailblazer. Azmi’s thoughts underscore the significance of fostering emerging artists and the enduring influence they can bring to the film industry.