Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Marathi Cinema Faces Hurdles, Says Renuka Shahane
Imagine Marathi movies are like small businesses trying to compete with a big company (Hindi cinema).
Actress Renuka Shahane explained that Marathi films don't always have a lot of money, which can make it hard to make them.
She said it's tough to get money back from movies because of distribution and competing with bigger Hindi films.
Despite the challenges, Marathi filmmakers focus on telling good stories that don't cost too much.
She also mentioned that female actors don't always get paid the same as male actors.
But things are changing for the better, with stories about women of different ages.
Renuka Shahane discussed the challenges faced by Marathi cinema at News18's SheShakti event.
She highlighted financial limitations and competition with Hindi cinema as major hurdles.
Shahane emphasized the importance of storytelling in Marathi cinema despite funding issues.
She also addressed the issue of pay parity in the film industry.
Shriya Pilgaonkar noted positive changes in films and OTT shows.
- Who
- Renuka Shahane and Shriya Pilgaonkar.
- What
- Renuka Shahane discussed challenges in Marathi cinema.
- When
- July 31, 2025.
- Where
- At News18’s SheShakti event.
- Why
- To highlight issues and the importance of storytelling in Marathi cinema.
Marathi Cinema's Challenges
Industry's Evolution
Funding vs. Content
Marathi Cinema's Challenges
Marathi cinema struggles with funding and distribution.
Industry's Evolution
Marathi cinema is carving its niche through powerful storytelling.
Pay Parity
Marathi Cinema's Challenges
Pay Parity exists in the industry.
Industry's Evolution
Films and OTT shows are evolving to address such issues.
- Event
- News18’s SheShakti event
- Participants
- Renuka Shahane and Shriya Pilgaonkar
- Main Topic
- Challenges in Marathi Cinema
- Key Issue 1
- Financial limitations
- Key Issue 2
- Competition with Hindi cinema
- Focus
- Storytelling and content