Originally posted by: MsWhiskerson
I am in two minds, I rarely comment on acting and it is only when I am expecting something good otherwise ITV actors work everyday for 12 hours, usme kya hi creativity ayega
They do same scenes everyday, 40% time is taken for close up shots without other actors
Their job profile is putting up one episode everyday on air
All ITV actors are mid, that's why they never make it big in bollywood and you won't even see them doing theater
Utna expectations hain nahi mera
I wouldn’t say ITV actors are mid—they do have talent. The issue isn’t a lack of ability, but rather a shift in the kind of dedication and training we saw in previous generations. Earlier television actors were genuinely mind-blowing. They had a certain rawness, sincerity, and commitment to their craft that made their performances impactful. Their emotional depth, dialogue delivery, and screen presence felt authentic and powerful.
In contrast, many of today’s actors, much like the writers, seem to be driven by a desire for quick success. There's a noticeable lack of patience and perseverance. Instead of honing their craft or experimenting with different formats like theatre, they often aim for instant recognition through glamorous roles or viral popularity.
One of the main reasons this generation doesn’t gravitate toward theatre is not just a lack of interest—but a superiority complex. Theatre demands discipline, consistency, and humility. It doesn’t offer the kind of instant fame or obsessive fandom that television does. Many actors are unwilling to trade the visibility and constant validation they get from TV for the quieter, more introspective world of theatre. Once they taste the celebrity status that television brings—fan following, social media adoration, event appearances—they’re hesitant to step back into a space that doesn’t fuel that ego.
Take Nakuul Mehta, for example. He came from a theatre background and brought a depth to his performances on television that clearly reflects that training. He’s consistently convincing in his roles and has a strong command over his craft. However, even he hasn’t returned to theatre after gaining success on TV—likely because the kind of recognition and craze he built through shows like Ishqbaaz would be hard to replicate in the theatre world.
As for TV actors not getting breaks in films, that’s a layered issue. First and foremost, there’s Bollywood’s notorious nepotism culture—outsiders, no matter how talented, have always struggled to break in, and TV actors fall into that outsider category. Secondly, television actors are often unfairly stereotyped. They're associated with melodramatic roles and over-the-top storylines, which many in the film industry look down upon. The emotional pitch and unrealistic plotlines in daily soaps, though they attract a large audience, do nothing to help the credibility of the actors in the eyes of casting directors in mainstream cinema.
Yes, a lot of TV actors today might come across as mid or average—but that doesn't mean all of them are. There are still many gems who bring authenticity, charisma, and genuine acting skill to their roles. Unfortunately, in an industry that now values virality more than versatility, those talents often go unnoticed.
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