Sanjay Gupta criticises AI in filmmaking; says productions are choosing cheap shortcuts over creativity

Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta has expressed strong reservations about artificial intelligence's burgeoning role in cinema, labeling its current application a "shortcut" rather than a genuine creative enhancement. He argues that AI is being used for cost-cutting convenience, leading to idle VFX teams and a decline in traditional filmmaking dedication. Gupta contrasts this with the conviction shown by directors like Aditya Dhar, emphasizing that true filmmaking demands commitment, not mere expediency.

Sanjay Gupta criticises AI in filmmaking; says productions are choosing cheap shortcuts over creativity
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta has expressed strong reservations about artificial intelligence's burgeoning role in cinema, labeling its current application a "shortcut" rather than a genuine creative enhancement. He argues that AI is being used for cost-cutting convenience, leading to idle VFX teams and a decline in traditional filmmaking dedication. Gupta contrasts this with the conviction shown by directors like Aditya Dhar, emphasizing that true filmmaking demands commitment, not mere expediency.