Sayani Gupta Recalls Actor Who ‘Lingered A Kiss’ Post Scene Cut: ‘A Lot of People Take Advantage…’ – News18

Last Updated:November 27, 2024, 02:52 IST

Sayani Gupta also recalled a particularly vulnerable moment during an outdoor shoot for Four More Shots Please! in Goa.

Sayani Gupta recently opened up about uncomfortable experiences while filming intimate scenes, including an incident where a co-actor lingered on a kiss even after the director called “cut.” Speaking on Radio Nasha, the actor discussed the challenges she faced in such moments, talking about the importance of intimacy coordinators on sets.

Sayani revealed, “I could write a book about intimacy, and I am grateful that this [intimacy coordinator] is now a profession in India. I had worked with one during Margarita with a Straw in 2013. Intimate scenes are the easiest to do because they are technical. But a lot of people also take advantage. I’ve been in situations where an actor lingered on a kiss after a cut, and you’re left feeling uncomfortable. It may be subtle, but it’s indecent behaviour.”

The actor also recalled a particularly vulnerable moment during an outdoor shoot for Four More Shots Please! in Goa. “I had to lie on the beach in a tiny dress. There were some 70 men standing in front of me, and there wasn’t even one person on set to give me a shawl or be by my side. The lack of concern for an actor’s safety, or anyone’s safety, is concerning. Boundaries are often compromised, and this mindset needs to change,” she said.

Sayani Gupta, known for her nuanced performances, made her debut with Second Marriage Dot Com in 2012. She gained acclaim for Margarita with a Straw and has since starred in notable films such as Fan and Article 15. On the web, her portrayal of Damini in Four More Shots Please! has garnered a loyal fanbase.

Her latest release, the romantic comedy Khwaabon Ka Jhamela, co-starring Prateik Babbar, premiered on JioCinema.