I wasn’t getting much work in films, OTT platforms are godsend: Ranvir Shorey
Ranvir Shorey confesses that not much work was coming his way in the film industry, even before the pandemic. And it’s with the advent of OTT, that he’s getting good opportunities.
“I think OTT platforms are a godsend. Whether you’re an artiste, technician, writer, or even for the audience, there’s no fear of you being elbowed out by a bigger film, or a bigger personality, or politics of film business,” he says.
Shorey was recently seen in the web show Sunflower, and he’s currently shooting for another one, besides an online chat show that’s also lined up.
The actor goes on to add that things get murkier when it comes to theatrical releases. “There are only limited number of theatres and limited number of shows, so that used to make the game quite dirty actually,” he says.
Shorey says OTT platforms are democratic in nature. “For the viewers, films — big or small — are there to watch wherever, whenever and however they want,” explains Shorey, who turns 49 today. Talking about his special day, he’s happy that he has his son, Haroon, 10, with him on his shoot. “Getting to spend time with my family on birthdays is becoming increasingly rare,” he shares.
While the film industry is known for the big bashes, for Shorey, this will be a strictly private affair. “This alcohol company approached me once and wanted to sponsor my birthday. I said yes, but never repeated. It just didn’t feel personal enough, with photographers. After that I’ve had a few more parties, but only personal,” he recounts.