Rajendra Gupta says actors are expected to be ‘darbaari’ to filmmakers, lies are sold and work has no value, ‘Maybe that’s why I didn’t become a star’

Veteran actor Rajendra Gupta, celebrated for his powerful character roles across television and films for several decades, has opened up about the harsh realities of the Hindi film industry. In a recent conversation, the 78-year-old spoke about the “camp culture” that often decides the fate of actors who wish to rise to stardom.

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Top 5 South newsmakers of the day

The South film industry witnessed major moments today, from AVM Saravanan’s passing and heartfelt tributes by Rajinikanth, Suriya and Sivakumar, to Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita celebrating their first wedding anniversary. Ilaiyaraaja received ₹50 lakh compensation in a copyright dispute, while Karthi’s Vaa Vaathiyaar faced a legal hurdle, putting its release in uncertainty.

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AVM Saravanan passes away, Naga Chaitanya–Sobhita Dhulipala celebrate wedding anniversary, Ilaiyaraaja receives Rs 50 lakh compensation: Top 5 South newsmakers of the day

The South film industry witnessed major moments today, from AVM Saravanan’s passing and heartfelt tributes by Rajinikanth, Suriya and Sivakumar, to Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita celebrating their first wedding anniversary. Ilaiyaraaja received ₹50 lakh compensation in a copyright dispute, while Karthi’s Vaa Vaathiyaar faced a legal hurdle, putting its release in uncertainty.

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