“Respect was very important when I joined the industry,” said Nadia Hussain. “During shoots, we respected the whole production team. From the director to the crew members, everyone was treated with respect. This mutual respect created a healthy working environment and improved the quality of our work.”
In her early days in showbiz, Nadia witnessed professionalism at every industry level. Actors and crew members worked together amicably as they strived to create compelling content for their audience. Such an atmosphere nurtured creativity while ensuring that everyone felt appreciated.
The Change in Attitude
However, things have changed over time — a lot — according to Nadia. “Now it’s completely different,” she sighed. “Actors who show tantrums are listened to more and get more work.” This shift in attitude where unprofessionalism is rewarded is quite contrary to what it used to be.
Nadia’s observations point towards one thing: Respect has been overshadowed by fame-hungering antics. This affects how people work together, raising concerns about sustainability vis-à-vis quality assurance within this sector.
Quality of Production
Indeed, these changes have direct implications on production quality itself; when tantrums or any other form of unprofessional conduct become acceptable or even rewarded, it creates a toxic working environment that kills creativity among workers, leading to inefficiency since much time will be spent managing egos rather than producing good content.
Under such circumstances, it becomes difficult for anyone to maintain the same commitment or passion that characterized this field before now; employees may feel demotivated or undervalued, lowering their output standards altogether.
Social Media Influence
One reason for this shift is social media. While this has advantages, it also means that sometimes attention comes before professionalism or respect.
Actors who create buzz or have a strong social media following are likelier to get big roles even if they behave badly on set. This reflects wider societal changes where talent and hard work can be overlooked in favor of popularity or visibility.
What Industry Leaders Can Do
Industry leaders need to step up and address these issues head-on. They should promote a culture of respect, professionalism, and collaboration within the sector. By setting clear standards for behavior and holding people accountable when they fall short, we can start moving back towards mutual respect and high-quality work.
Moreover, actors and crew members should be supported with training opportunities reinforcing professionalism. Workshops, seminars, or mentorship programs could go a long way in creating positive working environments while upholding industry values.
