MUMBAI: The buzz is that Television shoots might soon begin. Entertainment industry has been one of the most severely affected industries because of the lockdown. However, shoot resumption has given a sigh of relief to the producers, channels, cast and crew of Television shows. (Read here: Will child artists be allowed to shoot post lockdown?   )

While there have been various reports of actors voicing their opinions on non-payment, producer Rajan Shahi expressed an impractical demand that was made by an actor of his show. In a conversation with Pinkvilla, he said, “I won't name the actor but when my team called that actor and told him that 'you have to resume shooting' he demanded 'double per day' and put more conditions which were impractical. This was totally going against the contract already signed. Actor demanded double per day, and his talk with my production was that 'don't even call us if you want to negotiate'. At the same time, I have so many brilliant actors, my team, production team, workers, technicians, my unit members who have come together to proactively help and support me to take things forward."

He further added, “In the industry, everyone and every department are aware of the production houses that have been fair and transparent and how they function. This is the time, the industry as a whole, and departments must recognize such producers. Producers like me have tried to be transparent and fair to the best of their abilities, be connected to my unit, and have team spirit”.

In conclusion Mr. Shahi exclaimed, “I believe that in the spirit of that, as we say, if in good times we are all together, then even in difficulties and bad times, we all should be together".

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