Archive · 6 Dec 2025
Gulshan Devaiah on Casting and Social Media
Gulshan Devaiah is an actor who has been in many movies.
He recently talked about how some actors get chosen for roles because they have a lot of followers on social media.
Gulshan doesn't think this is important.
He believes that talent and being true to oneself matter more than having many followers.
He has fewer than 300,000 followers but still gets work, which shows that his approach is working.
He doesn't want to change who he is just to fit into social media trends.
He thinks everyone should find their own way in the industry.
Gulshan Devaiah does not believe social media followers should dictate casting decisions.
He has fewer than 300,000 followers but continues to get work based on his talent.
Gulshan values authenticity and does not want to change his persona for social media trends.
He acknowledges that some popular actors are genuinely good at their craft.
His career includes notable roles in both mainstream and indie films.
- Who
- Gulshan Devaiah, an actor known for his roles in various films
- What
- His perspective on casting decisions driven by social media followers
- When
- After the release and appreciation of his role in Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1
- Where
- India, as he spoke to IANS
- Why
- To address the influence of social media on casting decisions in the film industry
- Actor
- Gulshan Devaiah
- Followers
- Less than 300K
- Notable Roles
- Prince Kulashekara in Kantara, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota, Ghost Stories, Badhaai Do, Ulajh
- Stance on Social Media
- Does not prioritize social media presence for casting
- Authenticity
- Prioritizes staying true to himself over social media trends