Actress Chahat Khanna makes a startling revelation, claiming that South Indian film contracts often explicitly state the need for actresses to "compromise." Learn the full story behind this dark secret of the industry.
Entertainment Desk: Actress Chahat Khanna, known for her work in television and films, has once again sparked a discussion about the dark underbelly of the entertainment industry. In a recent interview, she made a shocking revelation about the South Indian film industry, leaving everyone stunned. Khanna claims that many South Indian film contracts explicitly state that actresses must "compromise."
The Word "Compromise" Explicitly Mentioned in Contracts
In an interview with Hauterrfly, Chahat Khanna stated, "When you start your career, people in the industry target newcomers because they don't know what's going on inside. I've seen some contracts that clearly state that you will have to 'compromise' with people like the hero, director, and producer, excluding spot boys."
South Indian Industry Described as Open Yet Double-Edged
Khanna also mentioned that the South Indian industry is more open about this issue. She said, "In the South, people openly say 'Amma compromise,' but at the same time, women are also respected there. It's a kind of double standard, where on one hand things are openly discussed, but on the other, this openness also puts pressure on women."
"It Never Happened to Me, But I've Witnessed It"
The actress clarified that she has never faced any assault or coercion herself, but she has witnessed and heard about many such incidents around her. She stated, "Nothing like that ever happened to me that would make me speak about it after 10 years. But I have seen and understood a lot. So, when I talk about this industry now, those experiences are also included."
Journey from Television to Films
Chahat Khanna began her career with the television show "Hero: Bhakti Hee Shakti Hai." She then appeared in hit TV shows like "Kumkum," "Kajal," "Bade Acche Lagte Hain," and "Qubool Hai." She has also worked in films like "Thank You," "Prasthanam," and "Yaatri." Following Khanna's statement, discussions about casting couch and compromise have intensified within the industry. It remains to be seen how the South Indian industry and other celebrities will respond to this.
