04 Aug, 2026

Jimmy Shergill Highlights 18-Hour Workdays for Film Crew, Calls for Industry Change

Jimmy Shergill Raises Concern: The actor speaks about the tough working conditions faced by film industry workers.


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Long Shooting Hours: Jimmy Shergill says actors usually shoot for 12 hours, but the total time on set often stretches to around 15 hours.


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Actors Arrive Early Too: According to Jimmy, actors are called 1 to 1.5 hours before the actual shoot begins.


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His Real Concern Isn't Actors: Jimmy says, "My fight is for the workers," highlighting the struggles of crew members behind the scenes.


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Workers Spend Nearly 18 Hours: Crew members arrive about three hours before the shoot and stay for hours after pack-up, making their workday nearly 18 hours long.


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No Time for Family: Jimmy questions, "So he's just going home to meet his wife and come back. What kind of life is he living?"


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Health Comes First: The actor stresses that workers' health is being ignored and says someone must genuinely take care of them.


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Money Isn't Everything: Jimmy believes work ethics and proper timings are more important than just earning money.


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A 12-Hour Rule: He says most places around the world follow a 12-hour work limit, after which workers deserve personal time.


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Workers Deserve Better: Jimmy Shergill says actors are privileged, but film workers don't get enough rest, and the industry must improve their working conditions.


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