Nepotism is basically favoritism that is granted to relatives, and in this context, it would be in the film industry. Nepotism is a highly discussed topic in the Bollywood film industry. In fact, nepotism in the Bollywood film industry is so high that it doesn’t compare to any other film industry. This topic came to the forefront after the tragic death of Sushant Singh Rajput. He was often called an outsider who made it big. An outsider because he, unlike many other actors and actresses, didn’t have connections into the film industry. There are often families on a whole that have careers in Bollywood. Why is this? Simply because one person made it big because of their acting, persona, and charisma, and that was a great advantage to their children and other family members to be able to get into the film industry.
But is that really such a bad thing? The answer is yes and no. No, because it works for them, and if those actors and actresses are talented, they can make it big. But the yes of it being a bad thing is far bigger and points to the suicide of Sushant Singh Rajput. Many ‘outsiders’ like him do not get opportunities because of nepotism. Talent in these outsiders is often shoved aside in favour of big family names. The first name people point to when it comes to nepotism in the industry is Karan Johar and the movies he has made. From the way things are going, it may take a very long time for nepotism to end in this industry. So, what can those who want to get into the industry do? The answer lies in Film App, also called the Film India App. This is an app that is a database and a directory of information and contacts of all things cinema. You can find film celebrities phone numbers and also get in touch with directors, casting crew contacts and others. Why would you need film celebrities phone numbers or numbers of production houses or others? To make connections to step foot into the industry, of course.
Another benefit of this app is that you can get information for acting classes, casting agents, and also information onfilm auditions in Mumbai. This can be a newcomer’s first step to later on making it in the industry. After all, if you can get to film auditions in Mumbai, and if the casting agents like the skill and talent that you’re bringing, you have a chance. Even if you’re not chosen, but you’re good enough, you may be recommended to others. And in this manner, you can start off with small things like advertisements, and maybe soaps and serials of which there is an abundance of. These can be small stepping stones to recognition and acknowledgement of your talent that could lead to casting in a movie. It is not an easy journey, but with enough perseverance, you can make it.
