Radhika Apte on Box Office Realities: 'My Film Would Need Men in the Lead'

Radhika Apte, known for her critically acclaimed performances in films like *Parched* and *Andhadhun*, has spoken candidly about the box office realities facing female actors in Bollywood. She said that even if her film were the best possible theatrical release, it would not perform well if her name alone were expected to sell tickets. Apte named Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone as the only actresses who can realistically open a film on their own. She emphasized that she does not factor the medium of release into her project decisions, preferring to let the film 'come out one way or another.' Apte admitted that, in the current landscape, a theatrical release with her as the lead would likely 'tank' even if it were the best film. She concluded, 'My film would need men in the lead.'

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Reporting: Indian Express

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