Actress Seema Pahwa voices her concerns about the rise of influencers in the entertainment industry, criticizing the shift in how fame is measured.
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In a forthcoming episode of Shardul Pandit’s podcast, “Uncensored With Shardul,” acclaimed actress Seema Pahwa is set to share her candid thoughts on the burgeoning influence of social media personalities in the entertainment industry.
A teaser for the episode reveals Pahwa, known for her notable role in the film “Dum Laga Ke Haisha,” expressing her discontent with how fame is increasingly measured by social media metrics like likes and shares.
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“Nowadays, there’s a new disease of influencers,” she states. Pahwa reflects on the challenges posed by this shift, lamenting that her decades of hard work seem to be overshadowed by those who gain prominence through a flurry of social media posts. “You’ve earned fame by posting 20 reels; it took me 50 years to achieve that. How are you standing equal to me?” she questions.
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Pahwa’s plea extends to casting directors and producers, urging them to reconsider their criteria for selecting talent. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the dedication and effort that seasoned artists bring to their craft, suggesting that the current trend favors fleeting social media popularity over true artistic merit.
“I’m sad to say this to my industry; you can’t do this,” she asserts. Despite the growing audience engagement with influencers, she argues that casting decisions should be based on more than just an individual’s social media following.
Shardul Pandit, the host of the podcast, shared the promo clip on his Instagram, inviting viewers to engage with the topic: “@seemabhargavapahwa asks a very important question in this upcoming episode of #uncensoredwithshardul. What do you think?” This episode will release on October 18.
Seema Pahwa began her journey with a theatre group in Delhi and gained recognition for her iconic role as ‘Badki’ in the beloved TV series “Hum Log.” Her performances have earned her several accolades, including a Filmfare Award and a Filmfare OTT Award.
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