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Rohit Roy Defends 'Dustbin Medium' TV Remarks
3 Oct
Summary
- Roy clarified his 'dustbin medium' comment targeted content, not individuals.
- He received backlash from younger actors who misunderstood his statement.
- Roy defended Indian television's content quality, favoring OTT platforms.
Actor Rohit Roy has clarified his recent remarks calling Indian television a "dustbin medium," stating his comments were directed at the content produced rather than individuals within the industry. He expressed frustration that younger actors reacted personally to his statement, apparently based on sensationalized headlines without viewing the complete interview.
Roy elaborated that his "dustbin medium" comment referred to the disposable nature of television content, which is quickly forgotten, unlike the perceived higher quality content on Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms. He argued that the current creative output on Indian TV lacks originality and fails to meet high standards.
Despite the controversy, Roy reiterated his longstanding commitment to the television industry, where he has had a prominent career spanning 30 years. He emphasized that his intention was to advocate for improvement and better creative standards within the medium he has dedicated much of his professional life to.
