Fatima Sana Shaikh Shares Casting Couch Experiences in Film Industry

The actress opened up about unsettling encounters with casting agents and producers in South Indian cinema early in her career.

Fatima Sana Shaikh revealed uncomfortable interactions with a casting agent who persistently implied inappropriate demands for a South Indian film role.
She recounted a meeting with producers in Hyderabad who indirectly suggested compromising actions were necessary to secure roles.
The actress expressed sadness over the prevalence of such exploitation in the industry but clarified that not everyone behaves in this manner.
Shaikh also highlighted how some casting directors in Mumbai demanded a portion of newcomers' earnings under the guise of providing references.
On the professional front, she is set to appear in upcoming films including 'Metro... In Dino' and 'Ul Jalool Ishq.'