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Venky Atluri Urges Bollywood Actors to Respect South Cinema Culture and Work Hours
✍️ Pinkvilla
🗓 31 Jul 2026, 05:37 AM
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Venky Atluri, a prominent figure in the South Indian film industry, cautioned Bollywood actors entering the region to learn local culture and respect the industry's 12‑hour work shifts.
Venky Atluri, a veteran in South Indian cinema, recently spoke about the increasing presence of Bollywood actors in the region. He emphasized that newcomers should first learn the local culture before taking on projects.
The veteran specifically warned that the industry often requires 12‑hour work shifts, and actors must respect these demanding schedules to maintain professionalism.
Atluri’s comments come amid a growing trend of Bollywood talent working in South Indian film projects, underscoring the need for cultural sensitivity and adherence to local working norms.
The veteran specifically warned that the industry often requires 12‑hour work shifts, and actors must respect these demanding schedules to maintain professionalism.
Atluri’s comments come amid a growing trend of Bollywood talent working in South Indian film projects, underscoring the need for cultural sensitivity and adherence to local working norms.