Actress Kubbra Sait pitched in on the ongoing films versus OTT debate. The Sacred Games actress said during an exclusive conversation with IANS that now the viewers have the freedom to choose. She added that if people are able to connect with the story, the medium on which it is shown takes a backseat. Kubbra said it all comes down to how much the audience is able to emotionally invest in a story and its characters. She was asked, "There’s an ongoing debate about films versus OTT. How do you see it?" Kubbra responded to this by saying that she does not think there is a winner or loser here. "These are simply different mediums—one long format, one limited format," she said. The Farzi actress went on to add, "Today, the audience has the freedom to choose. If a story connects, it doesn’t matter whether it’s on a big screen or a phone. Ultimately, it’s about your emotional investment in the story and the characters." During the conversation Kubbra Sait also opened up about the unrealistic body standards in the age of social media She said that instead of blaming the medium, one should question the reason behind the insecurity. Kubbra was asked, "Social media has created immense pressure on actors, especially regarding body standards. Do you think this pressure is becoming dangerous?" She said, "I think we often blame the medium for our insecurities.

 

But the real question is—why are we insecure in the first place? If you believe in yourself, no platform can make you feel insecure. I personally choose not to alter my appearance beyond basic fitness—that’s my choice. But if someone else chooses differently, that’s their decision." "We need to stop judging others and focus on our own lives. Security or insecurity comes from within, not from social media", Kubbra went on to add. During the interaction, Kubbra also reflected on her journey. When asked, "Since 2010, you’ve played so many roles—how have you evolved as an actor?" she said that everything begins with opportunity. Kubbra shared, "When you get a chance, it’s important not to lose it, because that’s where your growth lies. For me, consistency, discipline, and excitement have been constant. There was always this clarity within me—“mujhe yeh karna hi hai.”" She added that the day she moved to Mumbai, she knew this is what she wanted to do. "Before that, I was doing what everyone else was doing. I had a well-paying job abroad and was doing well professionally, but I kept asking myself—was I truly happy?," she added. "When I came here, my journey made sense. When you work consistently in something that gives you joy, your journey naturally progresses, one step at a time. The people I’ve worked with have inspired me and given me courage. Honestly, the results I’ve received are far beyond my imagination. I feel very grateful," concluded Kubbra. n