Nawazuddin Siddiqui Slams Bollywood’s Star System And 100cr Budgets

Nawazuddin Siddiqui criticized Bollywood’s obsession with star kids, revealing that 200-crore budgets go to hype, not talent. He praised actors like Irfan Khan and Manoj Bajpayee, who rarely get big-budget films. Comparing with South Indian cinema’s success through talent-driven projects, he blamed Bollywood’s decline on neglecting genuine performers.