For quite some time, the Tamil film industry has been debating the rising costs of big-budget productions. In a major move, the Tamil Film Producers Council (TFPC) has now taken a sensational decision aimed at stabilizing the industry.
Revenue-Sharing Model for Star Heroes
The council has proposed that star heroes acting in big-budget films should take their remuneration through a revenue-sharing model rather than fixed pay. According to the council, this approach will benefit the industry and help balance production costs. Interestingly, this is not the first time TFPC has suggested such a model — a similar proposal was made last year but was never implemented.
OTT Release Window Extended
Another key resolution involves OTT releases. The council has decided that films, especially big-budget ones, cannot be streamed on OTT platforms for at least 6 to 8 weeks after their theatrical run. For high-budget films, the rule is stricter — they must wait a minimum of 8 weeks before hitting digital platforms.
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With these new rules, TFPC aims to protect theatrical revenues and ensure sustainability for producers. Industry circles are now keen to see how these decisions will impact upcoming big-ticket Tamil films.
