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Saif Ali Khan: Passion, Not Platform, Matters
8 Oct
Summary
- Actors shouldn't perceive streaming quality as lesser than films.
- Sacred Games' 2018 release was a landmark for Indian OTT.
- Theatrical releases face box-office pressure; OTT values appreciation.
Saif Ali Khan believes the distinction between theatrical releases and streaming content lies in the medium, not the quality or passion invested by actors. He argues that every frame, whether for the big screen or a streaming platform, deserves equal respect and dedication.
Khan's own foray into streaming with 'Sacred Games' in 2018 marked a pivotal moment for the Indian entertainment landscape. At a time when OTT was nascent in India, his participation challenged the notion that established film stars were confined to traditional cinema.
He is pleased that critics now treat streaming content with seriousness, recognizing it as a legitimate form of entertainment for which audiences pay. Khan stresses that creators and performers should approach both mediums with utmost preciousness.
While theatrical releases are intrinsically linked to commercial pressures like box-office performance and opening weekend numbers, streaming offers a different ecosystem. This allows for appreciation beyond immediate financial metrics, focusing more on the love for cinema itself.
