EPISODE · Mar 13, 2025 · 54 MIN
SANDIIP SIKCAND ON TV, OTT & ACTOR SECRETS | Producer | Candid Confessions with Chhavi
from Candid Confessions With Chhavi · host Chhavi Mittal
Starting his career under the legendary Ekta Kapoor at Balaji Telefilms, SANDIIP SIKCAND mastered the ins and outs of the Indian television industry from the very best. Now, with over two decades in the industry and a lineup of hit shows to his name, he has carved his own legacy as a celebrated producer.In this candid conversation with CHHAVI MITTAL, Sandiip opens up about:🎬 The evolution of TV and where it stands today📺 The OTT boom, threat or opportunity?🎭 Actors behind the scenes: what audiences don’t seeGet ready for an unfiltered look at the world of Indian television from an industry insider!SHARE this if it helps you!LIKE, SHARE & FOLLOW. New episode drops every week.YOUTUBE: www/youtube.com/@bwwcINSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/chhavihusseinCHAPTERS:(00:00) Introduction about what to expect from the podcast.(02:32) How has the television industry changed in the last 20 years. The crazy work culture and the how it has evolved. The hectic schedules and the stress that defined the TV industry in those days.(05:55) The rumour about an Ambulance being ready on the Balaji sets because of actors falling frequently sick due to the crazy work schedules.(06:58) The work life balance in the TV industry and if there is a weekend culture. Sandiip suggesting ways to rejuvenate and streamline in the wake of hectic schedules.(11:05) Chhavi's experience of working 16 hour schedules. (12:45) How does Sandiip's experience working with Balaji Telefilms made him well versed to tackle all stress. How can an ethical work culture be introduced in TV. What role do actors play in building mutual trust.(16:00) Why are TV shows shutting within a matter of shows. How the trend needs to change in order to stay afloat. Why are shows which are created with a difference are still failing?(18:40) What kind of audience is watching TV nowadays? The shows being more progressive in the days gone by and why?(20:23) Has the number of people watching TV reduced? How are TRPs making a difference?(22:22) How has OTT made a difference to TV viewing? What kind of content is streaming on Indian OTTs.(25:55) How has regional television making waves in terms of path-breaking stories.(28:46) What about politics in the television industry? How to sustain the huge losses incurred when a show fails.(34:16) What is the importance of PR in the TV industry. How talent is the most important.(35:42) What is the reason behind TV shows having scenes which are mindless. Is it the audience demand? Is it just to drive TRPs? What is the audience reaction?(40:05) The penetration that happens with characters and stories and how audience drives content requirements. And how the treatment makes all the difference. How a change can be brought about.(45:55) Bigg Boss as Sandiip's baby, and the controversies it is involved in. Sandiip's controversy with Ankita Lokhande.(49:06) Unprofessionalism from actors.(51:22) How is OTT affecting TV. Is TV going to shut? What are the challenges TV creators because of the rise of OTT.(54:19) Closing thoughts.
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Starting his career under the legendary Ekta Kapoor at Balaji Telefilms, SANDIIP SIKCAND mastered the ins and outs of the Indian television industry from the very best. Now, with over two decades in the industry and a lineup of hit shows to his name, he has carved his own legacy as a celebrated producer.In this candid conversation with CHHAVI MITTAL, Sandiip opens up about:🎬 The evolution of TV and where it stands today📺 The OTT boom, threat or opportunity?🎭 Actors behind the scenes: what audiences don’t seeGet ready for an unfiltered look at the world of Indian television from an industry insider!SHARE this if it helps you!LIKE, SHARE & FOLLOW. New episode drops every week.YOUTUBE: www/youtube.com/@bwwcINSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/chhavihusseinCHAPTERS:(00:00) Introduction about what to expect from the podcast.(02:32) How has the television industry changed in the last 20 years. The crazy work culture and the how it has evolved. The hectic schedules and the stress that defined the TV industry in those days.(05:55) The rumour about an Ambulance being ready on the Balaji sets because of actors falling frequently sick due to the crazy work schedules.(06:58) The work life balance in the TV industry and if there is a weekend culture. Sandiip suggesting ways to rejuvenate and streamline in the wake of hectic schedules.(11:05) Chhavi's experience of working 16 hour schedules. (12:45) How does Sandiip's experience working with Balaji Telefilms made him well versed to tackle all stress. How can an ethical work culture be introduced in TV. What role do actors play in building mutual trust.(16:00) Why are TV shows shutting within a matter of shows. How the trend needs to change in order to stay afloat. Why are shows which are created with a difference are still failing?(18:40) What kind of audience is watching TV nowadays? The shows being more progressive in the days gone by and why?(20:23) Has the number of people watching TV reduced? How are TRPs making a difference?(22:22) How has OTT made a difference to TV viewing? What kind of content is streaming on Indian OTTs.(25:55) How has regional television making waves in terms of path-breaking stories.(28:46) What about politics in the television industry? How to sustain the huge losses incurred when a show fails.(34:16) What is the importance of PR in the TV industry. How talent is the most important.(35:42) What is the reason behind TV shows having scenes which are mindless. Is it the audience demand? Is it just to drive TRPs? What is the audience reaction?(40:05) The penetration that happens with characters and stories and how audience drives content requirements. And how the treatment makes all the difference. How a change can be brought about.(45:55) Bigg Boss as Sandiip's baby, and the controversies it is involved in. Sandiip's controversy with Ankita Lokhande.(49:06) Unprofessionalism from actors.(51:22) How is OTT affecting TV. Is TV going to shut? What are the challenges TV creators because of the rise of OTT.(54:19) Closing thoughts.
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