Adrija Roy on the TRP pause: Good stories need time, not just weekly numbers
The
reported pause in weekly television ratings has sparked conversations
across the entertainment industry, with many wondering how it could
impact content, creators and viewers. Anupamaa actress Adrija Roy looks
at it as an opportunity for television to trust its storytelling a
little more.
She says, “I think this could be a good opportunity for television. Without the pressure of checking ratings every week, writers and makers might get more time to tell a story properly. At the same time, some channels may become more cautious because they won’t know how the shows are performing. I just hope this gives good stories the time they deserve.”
Having witnessed how ratings often influence the direction of a show, Adrija points out that actors may not shape creative decisions, but they certainly experience their impact. She says, “As actors, we don’t really decide the story, but we do see changes happen because of TRPs. Sometimes tracks change very quickly to improve ratings. I understand that numbers are important, but I also feel good stories need time. I hope this change helps everyone focus a little more on the story and a little less on weekly numbers.”
For Adrija, audience appreciation has never been defined by ratings alone. She shares, “For me, the biggest sign is the love I get from people. Whether it’s messages, comments or someone meeting me and talking about my character, that means a lot. Social media will definitely become more important, but I don’t think numbers alone can tell you how much people love a show.”
She also points out that television is ultimately a collaborative medium, making it unfair to hold one individual responsible for a show’s performance. She shares, “Sometimes a show ends or changes happen very quickly because of ratings. But I don’t think one actor or one person should be blamed. A show is the result of everyone’s hard work.”
Looking ahead, Adrija hopes the industry also rethinks the way audiences are measured in an era of changing viewing habits. She says, “Today, people watch shows on TV, online and even later on different platforms. All of that should be counted. It would give a much more complete and fair picture of how a show is actually doing.”
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