Mrinalini Sharma discusses Showbiz and the celebrity media relationship, in Mumbai

From the archive record

In this archival interview, Mrinalini Sharma talks candidly about her film Showbiz, produced by Mukesh Bhatt, and how the story resonates with her understanding of the entertainment industry. She explains that Showbiz follows the journey of a regular young man who arrives in Mumbai with dreams, wins a reality show, and suddenly becomes a celebrated rockstar. However, the turning point comes when the antagonists of the film—the paparazzi, representing a sensationalist section of the media—begin to exploit his rising fame. To boost their TRPs and personal agendas, they twist narratives, create pressure, and sensationalize every moment of his life. Mrinalini agrees that celebrities and media are deeply interconnected, and ideally, the relationship should remain healthy and symbiotic. But in t