Zeeshan Ayyub says hero worship is creating a new star system on OTT

India, Sept. 25 -- Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub has questioned the idea that streaming platforms have completely shifted Indian entertainment away from its traditional star-driven culture, arguing that the same tendency to elevate actors is emerging on OTT.

'We are finding a new star system'

Speaking to Hindustan Times ahead of the release of his new series Hunkkaar, Ayyub said India's "habit of hero worship" has resulted in a new form of star system on streaming platforms. According to the actor, the industry had strong roles even before the rise of OTT, challenging the perception that streaming alone created opportunities for actors.

He also pointed to the growing dependence on familiar storytelling formulas. Ayyub said many current OTT proj...