Sheraz Mehdi voices concerns over monopolies and nepotism in TFI

Director and actor Sheraz Mehdi has demanded more opportunities for up-and-coming filmmakers amid claims there is monopolies and nepotism preventing small producers from progressing in the Telugu film industry. The actor also demanded subsidies from the government for Telugu and Hyderabadi films during a pre-release event for Badmash Pottey in Hyderabad.

Mehdi disclosed that he has battled for these issues for almost 18 months and said that final notices have been sent to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, PVR, INOX, Asian Films and the Telugu Film Chamber. He suggested that producers who are suffering losses should get 20-30 per cent subsidies on their investments.

The actor also called for the industry to support passionate filmmakers and give equal opportunities to new people entering the industry. Mehdi also said he was present at the event due to the passion of Badmash Pottey director Farukh Khan and hoped the film will help boost the Hindi film industry in Hyderabad.