The telly transition
The small screen continues tp beckon stars from tinseltown
Nandita Ravi
First, it was Amitabh Bachchan. Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan followed suit soon after. And now, the latest star to join the TV bandwagon down south is actor Suriya. The medium of television seems to be basking in the glory of their choice of the seasoned actors from cinema. From the looks of it, it seems like this trend is here to stay. So, what exactly goes into making it big on TV? Acting in a television series is one thing and hosting it is a totally different ball game. Actor Madhavan, who's dabbled with the medium himself, says, "Television is a double-edged sword, it can expose you and your flaws as a host. A good host must be able to think on his feet, react spontaneously and entertain people. Basically, he cannot come across as the star on screen."
Television is an excellent source of revenue too, in addition to films, for stars. "An actor can do just one or two films in a year. Being on TV ensures that the audience connect is not lost," he adds.
The same holds true for actresses who migrate to the small screen. Lakshmi, a character artist who's venturing into the small screen, says, "One of the reasons why actresses take to the small screen after they raise a family, is to manage time their time better. Schedules on TV are more predictable as it is similar to a regular 9 to 5 job. That way, actresses can balance work and family. Also, you don't live with the regret that you are creatively unsatisfied."
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