Vidya Balan: I don’t read much of what is printed in newspapers about how I fared in a film

Vidya Balan who is known for her bold answers, she is one actress who has always expressed her opinions. The actress feels that people are cautious when it comes to spending time with friends and spending money. Vidya also agrees that even in today’s time, even when the stars enjoy a demigod status amongst the audience, but still the audience value content over everything else, when it comes to watching a film in the theatre.


“People are so prudent when it comes to spending time and money, so they put thoughts like ‘is it worth my time, money and energy to go to the theatre?’ and if they’ll get to experience something different. Stars have become quite accessible now through social media and when they promote their films on ground. So, people no longer feel the need to go to a theatre to watch a star. They want to go into the theatre to experience a good film and characters.”


Vidya gives an example of the film ‘Lipstick Under My Burkha’, “Of course, if had some established actors but despite all the controversies it was embroiled in when it released, people watched it and it was a fairly successful film. It was a film about women’s sexuality, the kind you wouldn’t think will do really well, but it did! So, content is attracting people.”


When asked if she has got any pressure as she called the hero of the film as she carries every film on her shoulders, the actress said, “I don’t look at it as any kind of a burden or responsibility,” says the 39-year-old, adding, “We work as a team and everyone is as important as an actor. And honestly, I don’t read much of what is printed in newspapers about how I fared in a film.”


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