Balika Vadhu Actress Avika Gor On Television Content Being Regressive: Strides That Have Been Made…

Avika Gor is best known for her stint in television shows such as Balika Vadhu and Sasural Simar Ka. The actress, in a new interview, weighed in on the ongoing discussion of television content being regressive. She suggested that the shows are now pivoting towards more meaningful content and several positive strides have been made in the direction of improving content. 

Avika Gor on small-screen content being regressive 

In 2023, Avika talked about her work in the show Sasural Simar Ka in a podcast, where she shared that she did bizarre things -- from being stabbed with a trishul, to getting resurrected several times, marrying over three to four times to even advising a ghost to go against the law. She now told IANS, “Television, like any medium, reflects a spectrum of content, ranging from traditional to progressive narratives. While there may still be instances of regressive content on the small screen, it's important to acknowledge the strides that have been made towards more inclusive and thought-provoking storytelling.”

Avika also said that shows like Balika Vadhu have paved the way for meaningful discussions on societal issues, demonstrating the power of television to spark positive changes. 

Avika Gor talks about the benefits of OTT platforms 

In the same conversation, Avika asserted that OTT platforms are filling the gaps created by TV. She shared, “Simultaneously, the rise of OTT platforms has provided creators with a newfound freedom to explore unconventional narratives and push boundaries, leading to a diverse array of content that resonates with the audience globally.” Stating that both mediums have their strengths, Avika said, "I believe that by celebrating the positives of each, we can continue to elevate the quality and impact of storytelling in all its forms."

(With inputs from IANS)