The debate around the 2019 blockbuster Kabir Singh has flared up once again, this time with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and actor Adil Hussain at the center of the storm. The film, starring Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani, has been a topic of intense discussion ever since its release, particularly for its portrayal of toxic masculinity and misogyny.
Adil Hussain, who played a professor in Kabir Singh, expressed his regret for being part of the film, describing it as “misogynistic” and stating that it made him “feel small as a human being”. Adil’s candid confession came during an appearance on the YouTube channel AP Podcast, where he revealed that Kabir Singh was the only film he did without reading the script first. His remorse stems from the film’s glorification of male misogyny and violence, which he believes should not be celebrated.
In a bold move, Sandeep Reddy Vanga took to social media to respond to Adil’s comments. The director criticized Adil for gaining fame through his regret of the film rather than his participation in 30 art films. Sandeep expressed his regret for casting Adil, accusing him of prioritizing greed over passion. In a statement that has sparked controversy, Sandeep announced his intention to “save [Adil] from the shame” by replacing his face in the movie with AI assistance.
Sandeep’s remarks have ignited a firestorm on social media, with many calling it a personal attack on Adil and criticizing the director for his inability to handle criticism constructively. This isn’t the first time Sandeep has lashed out at critics; he has previously slammed Parvathy Thiruvothu and Javed Akhtar for their critique of another of his films, Animal.
Kabir Singh, a Hindi remake of the Telugu hit Arjun Reddy, tells the story of a short-tempered surgeon who spirals into self-destruction after being unable to marry his love. Despite its commercial success, the film has been polarizing, drawing criticism for its portrayal of toxic behavior and romanticizing abuse.
This latest controversy underscores the ongoing debate about the responsibility of filmmakers and actors in the portrayal of sensitive themes. As the industry continues to evolve, the discourse around Kabir Singh and similar films highlights the need for a more nuanced approach to storytelling that does not glorify problematic behavior.
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