There has been as much drama after Dhurandhar’s release as the drama shown in the film. Big debates have started about the politics of the film and how it might influence the country, the audience and the industry.
One major point of discussion is the level of action and violence used in the film. Some believe it is necessary for the story, while others feel such brutality can have a deeper and harmful effect on viewers. This debate has now reached celebrities as well.
Radhika Apte is one of the celebrities who recently spoke about the subject. In a candid conversation, she said she is disturbed by the way brutal violence is packaged as cinema and sold to the audience. She added that she does not want to raise a child in a world where such violence is considered entertainment.
She said that when filmmakers tell the story of a man who chopped people, she does not want to see the chopping or the horrible acts on screen. In her view, that is not storytelling. She believes such violent films will have a large impact on society and finds it unsettling.
Many fans think her comments were a hint at Dhurandhar and its intense violence showcased under the label of action. While violence can be used to portray cruelty or support the plot, experts say filmmakers must handle it responsibly.
They argue that glamorised violence often gets romanticised by viewers. Soon, aggressive behaviour becomes a trend seen as cool. This can affect young boys and shape children’s minds in ways that are difficult to reverse. Makers must recognise their responsibility and consider the social impact of such films.
