Kriti Sanon Highlights Gender Pay Gap, Systemic Bias in Bollywood
Published: May 9, 2026
Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has spoken out about ongoing gender-based pay disparities and entrenched patriarchal practices in the film industry. She cited unequal fee negotiations and on-set treatment as persistent challenges despite progress.
Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has publicly addressed the gender pay gap in the Indian film industry, stating that female leads often face pressure to reduce their fees while male actors retain higher pay, even when they command the bulk of the budget. In an interview with GQ, she said, "There's been some struggle around money. When they have to cut corners, they often negotiate down the female lead's fee."