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For years, Bollywood has been seen as the “mainstream” face of Indian cinema, often labeling other film industries as “regional.” However, several South Indian actors have, over time, spoken about the less glamorous side of working in Hindi cinema, challenging that long-held perception.

Veteran actress Simran, who enjoyed immense popularity in South Indian films during the 90s and beyond, has recently shared her experience of alleged disrespect while working in Bollywood. Her remarks are now widely circulating within film circles and on social media.

Simran reportedly pointed out that Bollywood productions often negotiate heavily over basic comforts such as hotel accommodations, flight arrangements, and even the number of personal staff an actor can bring along. Despite her long-standing career and strong legacy in South cinema, she expressed that such experiences made her feel undervalued—not because of financial issues, but due to the attitude on set.

Interestingly, this is not an isolated sentiment. Many South Indian actors have, off the record, hinted at similar experiences. Industry discussions often suggest that in Bollywood, external image—like entourage size, PR visibility, and luxury presence—can sometimes influence how an actor is treated, regardless of their actual achievements.

Actor Dulquer Salmaan had earlier mentioned that he had to consciously “create an illusion of stardom” during his early Bollywood outings to ensure basic professional respect. Simran’s recent comments now seem to reinforce that viewpoint.

Meanwhile, the landscape of Indian cinema has clearly shifted. Today, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada industries are consistently delivering pan-India blockbusters, often outperforming Bollywood in terms of box office momentum and audience reach. Despite this shift, some traditional attitudes in the Hindi film industry are still believed to linger—though many insiders feel they may not last much longer in the evolving ecosystem of Indian cinema.