On the second day of FICCI Frames 2025, Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor joined journalist Padmaja Joshi for an engaging fireside chat titled “From Masala to Multiplex to OTT.” The session explored how Indian cinema has transformed over the decades — from grand masala entertainers to today’s content-driven OTT era.
With a career spanning more than 40 years, Kapoor shared his perspective on changing audience preferences and storytelling styles. He explained that while the masala era gave audiences larger-than-life experiences, the multiplex revolution brought realism and depth to stories. Now, with the rise of streaming platforms, content has truly become the star. He emphasized that versatility is no longer optional but essential for artists today.
When asked about artificial intelligence (AI) and its growing influence, Kapoor offered a thoughtful response. “Whenever a new technology comes, everyone is frightened about it. Then slowly, people learn how to use it, and it becomes a tool,” he said.
He added, “AI cannot replace heart and timing. You can use it as a brush, but if you want to make a painting with heart, you need a human touch. We should keep learning more about AI instead of fearing it.”
On the possibility of a robot or AI version of himself replacing him one day, the actor laughed and said, “Nahi, maine toh case jeet chuka hai, uske paise dene padenge unko.”
The lively session drew applause for Kapoor’s wit and wisdom as he reflected on embracing change while staying rooted in creativity and human emotion.
Looking ahead, Kapoor will next be seen in *Alpha* alongside Bobby Deol, Alia Bhatt, and Sharvari. He also has a Netflix series with Hansal Mehta and an action-drama film, *Subedar*, directed by Suresh Triveni, in the pipeline.
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