Rising Crew And Logistics Costs Strain Flim Producers
Beyond soaring actor pay, southern film producers are struggling with hidden costs like staff wages and vehicle expenses that swallow budgets. A sample budget for an ₹8 cr film shows nearly ₹60 lakh (7.5 %) on transport and crew alone. With stars’ entourages and daily charges rising sharply, the industry seeks discussions to curb these unsustainable burdens.