Finally, it has happened. Someone has spoken. Someone had to, because producers and directors working for television channels have been doing this for quite some time. They promise a certain payment to actors and either do not give them their due or cough up the money in installments, making the actors run around to get the cheques that they were supposed to get without a hassle.

Seasoned actor Ayub Khosa has come out to voice his concern over the issue and has been giving hard-hitting statements on the matter. He even intended to hold a press conference for it. This will give a lot of heart and encouragement to those actors who for whatever reasons keep their mouths shut when directors, producers and TV channels make them run from pillar to post to receive the money that they work hard for. Go on Ayub K, you’re the man!

Published in Dawn, Sunday Magazine, February 21st, 2016