Step inside the real world of Bollywood casting with Tarun Chaturvedi, where auditions, OTT projects, and the journey of becoming an actor go far beyond what we see on screen. From Aram Nagar struggles to big industry conversations around nepotism, social media influence, and the changing face of casting, this episode opens the door to stories rarely spoken about publicly.

In this episode, we touch on casting processes, newcomer auditions, web series culture, and the realities behind building a career in films and OTT spaces alongside producers and directors.

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Chapters:

00:00 – Intro
01:21 – Tarun Chaturvedi’s Casting Journey
05:55 – How Casting changed the fate of films like Dhurandar & Gangs of Waaseypur
07:53 – Casting Then vs Now in Bollywood
08:58 – When Writers Imagine Actors While Writing
11:25 – Newcomers in Bollywood: Reality Check
14:49 – Advice for Actors During the Waiting Phase
16:42 – Convincing Directors About Casting Choices
20:51 – Do Established Actors Still Audition?
23:27 – Entering Bollywood Without Connections
25:12 – Audition Process: Intro Video to Selection
32:43 – First Impression in an Acting Audition
36:27 – What Casting Directors Notice in Auditions
38:45 – Working With Ekta Kapoor Productions
40:42 – Casting Freedom vs Production Pressure
42:02 – Casting Couch: Industry Reality
44:24 – Nepotism in Bollywood Explained
48:31 – Are Big Banners Casting Fresh Faces?
50:15 – Is Talent Enough to Survive in industry?
52:52 – Dealing With Rejection as a New Actor
54:37 – Vicky Kaushal’s Success Story
55:27 – What Defines a Successful Actor?
59:01 – Thanks for watching!