Aug 09, 2024 01:14 PM IST Amid the ongoing discussion over escalating film production costs, we speak to industry insiders on effective strategies for curbing these expenses. Bollywood is grappling with escalating budgets and disappointing returns, with many films failing to turn a profit. While organisations like the Producers Guild of India and Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) are working towards solutions, we speak to filmmakers and directors about key strategies to reduce the soaring production costs. A file photo of Anil Sharma Anil Sharma, Filmmaker A file photo of Anil Sharma Producers bechare dabb jaate hai actors ke costs ke chakkar mein. To bring down production expenses, actors should consider minimising their support staff. For instance, having just one hair and makeup artist, instead of a team of five or six, could significantly cut costs. Producers and directors happily give actors whatever’s necessary but unreasonable and unjustified demands, jaise multiple vanity vans, nahi chahiye. And if they still need all of these extra people, then they should cover the costs themselves. Suparn S …