Mumbai, Nov 2 (NationPress) The challenge of securing an adequate number of screens for various films continues to be a pressing issue. Actress and producer Huma Qureshi recently voiced her concerns on social media regarding the limited theatrical release of her film ‘Single Salma’ in India.

In her Instagram post, Qureshi remarked that for films like ‘Single Salma’, “the struggle is real.” She pointed out that smaller, content-focused projects frequently encounter hurdles in achieving sufficient theatrical exposure, especially in comparison to blockbuster and franchise films.

She expressed, “We don’t have the luxury of extensive marketing budgets or high-profile star casts, which makes it challenging for genuine, content-driven narratives to secure their space. The industry still leans towards safer, larger titles, when what we truly require is a fair equilibrium.”

After her statement, fans from various cities, including Lucknow, Patna, Delhi, and Kolkata, reached out to the actress, amplifying her concerns and appealing to theater owners to increase the number of screenings for Single Salma. Numerous movie enthusiasts also shared screenshots of sold-out shows, advocating for a broader release to ensure the film reaches a larger audience.

Huma's remarks have ignited a significant conversation within the film industry about the necessity for a more equitable distribution system, ensuring that every compelling story, irrespective of its scale or star power, has the opportunity to engage with viewers.

This isn’t the first instance of such issues. Previously, actor Harshvardhan Rane highlighted a similar concern during the launch of his latest film ‘Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat’. He took to Instagram Stories to state, “Being underestimated fuels my drive; I have grown accustomed to it.” He further noted, “This same situation arose in February 2025, and it’s repeating itself,” referencing the re-release of his film ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’.