Panaji, Nov. 25 -- Online streaming platforms and traditional cinema theatres are going to co-exist, said Mahesh Narayanan, Director of the film Ariyippu which is being screened at the Indian Panorama section of 53rd International Film Festival of India.

He was speaking to media and delegates at IFFI Table Talks organised by PIB on the sidelines of the film festival.

Throwing more light on the topic, Mahesh Narayanan said that in earlier days independent film-makers didn't have a choice other than Doordarshan to broadcast their films. "But now there are many platforms which support them. One way or other the film maker can exist through certain platforms. But every platform won't be accepting every film. That depends a lot on the kind o...