Divya Dutta applauds Ranvir Shorey’s Bigg Boss OTT entry amid industry shifts

Divya Dutta comments on Ranvir Shorey's career choices amidst industry trends, highlighting his selective approach and industry dynamics.

Divya Dutta, in a recent interview, addressed the challenges faced by seasoned actors like Ranvir Shorey in Bollywood, particularly considering changing industry dynamics. Reflecting on Ranvir Shorey's candid admission on Bigg Boss OTT about his career trajectory, Divya emphasized the industry's penchant for the "flavour of the season." She remarked, "Here we have a lot of flavours of the season. It is like if you keep a diamond here, then everyone will want that and then in the next five-six films you will see the same actor."

Divya Dutta applauds Ranvir Shorey’s Bigg Boss OTT entry amid industry shifts

Selective choices and career consistency

Explaining the nuanced approach actors like Ranvir Shorey take towards their careers, Divya noted, “I am sure he refuses a lot of work, too, because he is such a fabulous actor. It can’t be like he is not getting work, especially with OTT coming in. But an actor also has that will, where they feel they don’t want to do certain roles. Maybe he is going through that phase."

Ranvir Shorey's perspective on roles and challenges

Ranvir Shorey, known for his versatility and acclaimed performances in films like Khosla Ka Ghosla and Mithya, has been vocal about his career choices and challenges. In a previous interview, he expressed his preference for diverse roles over conventional hero roles, stating, "I thrive on wanting to do different roles and be different human beings in different circumstances."

OTT platforms and changing landscape

Highlighting the impact of OTT platforms on the industry, Ranvir Shorey acknowledged their role in providing alternative avenues for actors to reach audiences. He emphasized, “With OTT you have a platform to reach your audience without theatres. Earlier there was no other way than theatres which had a fixed number of shows, fixed people controlling and exploiting it."

Divya Dutta's insights shed light on the complexities of Bollywood's evolving landscape and the challenges faced by actors navigating through changing trends and preferences. Ranvir Shorey's journey exemplifies a deliberate approach to roles and a commitment to diverse performances, resonating with both industry shifts and personal aspirations.

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