One practical approach to reducing costs is to adjust actors’ remuneration based on the average earnings of their last three box-office films. This method could address the financial imbalance that big-budget films underperforming causes.

Producers bechare dabb jaate hain actors ke costs ke chakkar mein. Filmmakers happily give what’s necessary but unjustified demands, jaise multiple vanity vans, nahin hone chahiye. For instance, one hair and makeup artist instead of a team of five or six, could cut costs significantly. If they still need all of these extra people, then they should cover the costs themselves.

The cost of securing and maintaining permissions for shooting a Hindi film or series in India is exorbitant. Governments in Hindi-speaking states should consider reducing these costs, similar to how subsidies are provided for Telugu and Tamil films.

Pre-production is crucial for managing budgets effectively. Spending more time planning with actors before shooting can streamline the process, This, in turn, will allow for efficient execution of complex scenes, reducing shooting days, particularly beneficial in expensive locations such as, say London (where he shot Ulajh). Additionally, being decisive during pre-production — such as finalising clothing choices and other details — can prevent budget wastage.

A clear script and directorial vision can help control costs. Jab ek script well-defined hoti hai and it is locked before shooting begins, it reduces the need for last-minute changes and rewrites. This can help reduce production expenses.