Suparn Varma: Why Audiences Shun Cinemas, Hindi Films Face Tougher Critics

• Director Suparn Varma discussed changing filmmaking challenges and evolving audience expectations.
• He stated Hindi film audiences have become "much tougher," making some ideas unsuitable for Hindi cinema.
• High ticket prices, costing more than 5 rupees for a family, deter low-income families from cinemas.
• Only 25% of films are watched in cinemas; 80-85% of India's population watches on online platforms.
• Varma's recent works include 'The Family Man' S3, 'Haq', 'Lootere', 'Rana Naidu', and 'The Trial'.

Why It Matters: Suparn Varma highlights tough Hindi audiences and high ticket costs as key reasons for low cinema attendance.