Actress Janhvi Kapoor, who will next be seen in Ram Charan’s upcoming film ‘Peddi’, recently shared her perspective on the difference between Bollywood and the Telugu film industry. She praised the Telugu film industry for respecting everyone’s working hours- right from actors to technicians- and maintaining a healthier work culture on film sets. Speaking during a conversation with Ram Charan, the actress said that Telugu cinema places significant importance on the filmmaking process itself, often prioritising creativity and passion over rigid timelines. In contrast, she observed that Hindi film productions tend to be more structured and schedule-oriented, with greater focus on planning and execution.
Janhvi Kapoor On Difference Between Bollywood And South Film Set
In a conversation with Zoom, Janhvi Kapoor
was asked about the difference between the Hindi and South film industries. “I think there’s a lot of passion and pride that one takes in a South film set. Where it’s not so much about making a project and it’s not so much about hitting certain timelines. Can I say that? It’s more about I feel like creating cinema, how much ever time that takes. Even if it relies on the spontaneity of the director or several other variables. I think in Hindi cinema, that Excel sheet matters a lot more. So you’re a lot more by the book and I’d say maybe a little organized, sometimes even to a point of fault because then there are creative compromises. But there are also benefits to being that organized and stringent,” said Janhvi.
Janhvi Kapoor On Working Hours In Telugu Film Industry
The actress also praised the Telugu industry’s treatment of actors, technicians and crew members, pointing to its emphasis on reasonable working hours and adequate rest. Janhvi contrasted this with her experience in Mumbai, where working conditions can vary significantly depending on the production.
“What I really appreciate about the Telugu film industry is their respect for everyone’s working hours. Not just the actors, but also the technicians and the crew members. Lunch break means sab log 40 minutes ke liye lunch khaake, 20 minutes ke liye nap leke aake fresh hoke acting ya apna kaam kar sakte hain. Sometimes that is compromised back home. And I think only once or twice I must have shot for all of 12 hours. Otherwise it’s almost always like 9-10 hours. And a night shoot always ends at 2 am so you are rested. I think they are very particular about things like that,” she said.
“In Bombay, it depends on the film set you are on. I will say if I can say so, they are a little more pre-planned in Bombay,” said Janhvi.
Ram Charan Praises Bollywood for Faster Film Completion
Ram Charan, who was also part of the discussion, expressed admiration for Bollywood’s ability to complete films within shorter timelines. Referring to Peddi, he revealed that it took 285 shooting days spread across two years to complete, while Janhvi pointed out that some Hindi films are wrapped up in as little as 30 to 40 days.
Ram Charan said, “In fact, I look up to the industry there. They do everything on time. I wish I can finish movies also in 70 days. Or less than that.” Janhvi added, “Sometimes 30-40 days.”
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