The Indian film industry appears to be chasing a formula again. After the massive success of Animal, many filmmakers embraced the broken and violent hero template. However, recent releases show that copying the surface is not enough.
The latest example is O Romeo. Despite heavy action and violent scenes, the film feels emotionally hollow. There is little connection between the characters and the audience.
Even Vishal Bhardwaj, known for grounded storytelling, fails to create impact here. It appears he leaned too much towards commercial elements. In trying to follow a trend, his natural storytelling style seems diluted.
This pattern is not limited to O Romeo. Baaghi 4 also relied heavily on violence. The result was disappointing at the box office.
Many seem to overlook why Animal worked. It was not only about bloodshed. The emotional father son core gave depth to the narrative.
In Animal, violence supported the story. In these recent films, violence becomes the story. That difference is clearly visible to viewers.
The success of Dhurandhar reinforces one lesson. A strong script matters more than loud action. Audiences connect with meaningful storytelling, not empty spectacle.
If filmmakers want lasting impact, originality is essential. Trends may attract attention briefly. But only solid writing and emotional depth can ensure sustained success.
