Ekta Kapoor Slams Anurag Kashyap, Says ‘Use Your Own Money’!

Ekta Kapoor

Ekta Kapoor has criticized Anurag Kashyap after he accused Netflix India of being hypocritical about approving content, claiming they would never produce a show like "Adolescence"

Ekta Kapoor

Kashyap's comments sparked a debate about why Indian content struggles to meet international standards, with Kapoor questioning if it's due to "ego, anger, or false allegations"

Ekta Kapoor

Ekta Kapoor expressed her disappointment, suggesting that both producers and audiences contribute to the creation of content that doesn't match global acclaim

Ekta Kapoor

She pointed out that films like "Superboys of Malegaon" and "The Buckingham Murders" not performing well in theaters reflects the audience's role in content consumption

Ekta Kapoor

Kapoor emphasized that India is still in its "adolescence" phase regarding content consumption, implying a developmental stage in accepting diverse and high-quality content

Ekta Kapoor

Encouraging creators, Ekta urged them to invest their money in the kind of content they want to produce, rather than relying on corporate studios and streaming platforms

Ekta Kapoor

She criticized corporate studios and apps for being driven by money and numbers, stressing that content creation is an art, not just a business

Ekta Kapoor

Kapoor's comments came after Anurag Kashyap's Instagram post where he claimed Netflix India would reject or modify a show like "Adolescence"

Ekta Kapoor

The exchange highlights ongoing discussions in the Indian entertainment industry about creative freedom, audience preferences, and the role of streaming platforms

Ekta Kapoor

This conversation reflects broader challenges faced by Indian creators in competing with international content while balancing commercial interests with artistic expression