10 Myths in the Bollywood Film Industry that Many People Believe, Some of which are Not True

Kapanlagi.com - The Bollywood film industry is one of the largest after Hollywood. Hundreds or even thousands of film titles are produced in this industry every year, and most of them are distributed to various countries around the world.

Bollywood stars are known not only in India, but also in various countries. There are even many who have become world-famous, such as Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan.

It is not easy to enter this industry, and there are many myths circulating about the Bollywood world that are believed by many people. However, not all of the myths about Bollywood are true.

What are the myths in Bollywood? Let's find out here...

1. Bollywood Films are Only Melodrama

Bollywood is often associated with melodrama, but the industry has undergone significant changes in recent years. Films like 3 IDIOTS, DANGAL, and BAJRANGI BHAIJAAN demonstrate that Bollywood is also capable of producing quality works with stories that focus on social issues and deeper emotions.

2. All Bollywood Stars Can Dance

Although dance is one of the main elements in Bollywood films, not all actors or actresses have dancing abilities. Some of them need to practice hard to master the art of Bollywood dance, and there are even some who cannot dance at all, like the late Irrfan Khan. However, not being able to dance does not mean that the acting abilities of actors and actresses in Bollywood are underestimated. It is proven that Irrfan Khan was able to become an actor who broke into the Hollywood industry and his Bollywood films were also successful in the market.

3. Bollywood Stars Definitely Live Luxuriously

People often assume that all Bollywood stars live in luxury and are filthy rich. Although most Bollywood actors and actresses are wealthy, there are also many who live modestly.

4. Bollywood is Full of Nepotism

This issue is still evolving and has been a spotlight for the past few years. It is undeniable that having a family in the industry makes it easier to enter Bollywood. However, there are also many who have no relatives in this industry but still achieve great success, like Shahrukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra.

5. Bollywood Stars Must Be Beautiful and Handsome

There are deep expectations surrounding physical appearance in Bollywood, but the industry is increasingly focusing on talent and acting abilities. Some actors and actresses have achieved great success with their charisma and talent, without relying solely on looks, such as actor Johnny Lever who has succeeded despite not being as handsome as John Abraham.

6. Bollywood Stars Are Not Only Indians

Not all Bollywood stars are Indians. For many years, this industry has also made the names of many stars from outside India famous. Like Mahira Khan who comes from Pakistan, or Jacqueline Fernandez who comes from Sri Lanka.

7. Songs Determine the Success of Bollywood Films

Many people believe that the soundtrack of a Bollywood film is a determining factor in the success of the film. Although music plays an important role, a successful film is not only determined by its beautiful songs, but also by a strong story and the performances of the actors. There are also songs that are popular in the market, but the film itself fails to sell in theaters.

8. On-Screen Couples = Real-Life Couples

One of the strongest myths in Bollywood is the belief that the main cast of a film often develop into real-life couples. Many hope that Shahrukh Khan is actually dating Kajol, but in reality, the actor is already married to someone who is not from the Bollywood industry. Although some may fall in love on set, not everything on screen develops into a real-life relationship.

9. Smooth-running Bollywood Industry

There is a myth that all Bollywood productions run smoothly without any obstacles. However, this film industry also faces challenges such as internal conflicts, delays, and common production issues that occur in the entertainment industry. There are films that fail to be produced, and there are also films that have been completed but have to be delayed in their release due to various reasons.

10. Bollywood Only Romantic Films

Well, the facts show that in recent years, action films have been the best-selling in the market. Shahrukh Khan, who had failed for years until finally going on hiatus, made a strong comeback with the films PATHAAN and JAWAN. Although there are many romantic films, the Bollywood film genre is also diverse. Thrillers and comedies are also present in this film industry that has remained strong for decades.

So, which myths did you once believe in, but turned out to be inconsistent with the facts?

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