In an unexpected twist at the 9th Ajanta-Ellora International Film Festival, the renowned screenwriter and poet Javed Akhtar voiced a startling critique about the blockbuster Animal, featuring the charismatic Ranbir Kapoor. This news has been buzzing on social media.
Akhtar, recognized for his forthright opinions, raised some serious concerns about Animal. His main grievance revolves around the film’s portrayal of characters, especially in scenes that are, to put it mildly, quite controversial. Picture this: a scene where a man commands a woman to lick his shoe, and another that seems to justify slapping a woman. Quite shocking, indeed.
But there’s more to it! Akhtar pointed out the underlying danger in the success of such movies. He argues that both filmmakers and audiences share the responsibility for the content that becomes popular. His message is loud and clear – the choices we make as viewers have a significant impact on the future of cinema.
To further his argument, Akhtar referred to the song Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai from the 1993 film Khal Nayak. He highlighted how a movie or a song, though created by a select few, owes its success or failure to societal acceptance. It’s a mirror to what we, as a society, endorse and appreciate.
Released on December 1, 2023, Animal was a financial powerhouse, earning a staggering Rs 896 crore globally. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and starring Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol alongside Kapoor, the film was a hit at the box office. However, it didn’t escape criticism for its depiction of misogyny and violence.
Akhtar’s bold statements at the festival have sparked a broader conversation about the societal impact of cinema and the kind of content that gains popularity among audiences.
As we delve deeper into Javed Akhtar’s concerns, one can’t help but ponder over the future trajectory of Indian cinema. Will the controversy surrounding Animal lead to a paradigm shift in film-making and audience preferences? Time will unfold the story.
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