Glamour Industry Has One Religion Entertainment!
Sikandar Khan, director-events, Star Beats Entertainment, shares his outlook of the entertainment world.
What are the challenges in getting established in this career?
The challenges depend on which category you choose, for example, if you are an actor you should meet the requirements from a director's point of view, for the script he is working on. If one wants to make it as a singer, one should have that tonal quality to attract and compel a music director. Overall, I can say that in today's world, being talented is not enough - you should have extraordinary talent so that you can be recognised.
What is the industry outlook?
The industry is on a roll, thanks to growing corporatisation. Every corporate now has a direct or indirect connection with the industry whether it is a stage concert, company show, award function or even a film.
This glamorous entertainment world has been very successful in attracting the interest of the masses in increasing levels, which has in turn resulted in new performers and creators of entertainment coming up with new concepts and ideas to make the industry larger, day after day.
What would be the one thing you would like to change about your industry?
The change in the industry cannot be brought about by one person. Having said that, this industry is the best industry because there are no differences among industry folk - you can say we belong to one religion and that religion is entertainment. The only thing I wish is that the industry would be free of hypocrites - people who tend to spoil the industry's name through their unethical actions, which in turn leaves a bad impression on people's minds.
Are there specific challenges that women joining the profession should be aware of?
In today's world, both men and women are equal - whether they are performing or non-performing artistes. If they are performers, then my answer would be, they should build their resumes through any and every opportunity they get (student films etc for actors) and follow ethical ways of reaching their goals. I would advise women to be careful about who they trust in this industry because a lot of people here pose to be friendly, caring and helpful but aren't, except for a few who are very rare and maintain their sense of professionalism no matter what.
Author: Pankaj Mullick (HT Horizons)
Date: 13th January, 2011
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