Is It Right to Confront Producers on Stage?

Film production is inherently risky, involving massive investments of time, money, and resources. For this reason, heroes and directors generally maintain a respectful relationship with their producers. However, at the recent Pushpa 2 event, star composer Devi Sri Prasad (DSP) surprised many by openly criticizing producer Y Ravi Shankar.

DSP expressed frustration with the producer's alleged complaints about his delays in delivering songs and background music. While disagreements between collaborators are not uncommon, the public nature of DSP’s remarks has sparked a debate. After spending hundreds of crores on a project and organizing a high-profile event, a producer likely expects support rather than criticism from key collaborators.

Social media sentiment largely suggests that while DSP may have valid grievances, he should have addressed them privately. Public confrontations, especially from seasoned professionals like DSP, can detract from the celebratory atmosphere of such events. For someone who has worked with Mythri Movie Makers multiple times, DSP’s approach is seen as uncharacteristic and avoidable.