Great Cast, Good Director but Very Risky Subject

Mythology has become a trending topic on social media. The appeal of Puranic stories and pre historic narratives has returned. This trend is also visible in cinema. Many big budget projects today focus on Ramayana, Mahabharata and folklores.

Most films choose a serious tone to tell these stories. However, Shoojit Sircar is planning a humorous take on Mahabharata. He has begun work on the project. He is also assembling actors who will play key roles.

Manoj Bajpai and Rajkumar Rao have been roped in for the film. Vineet Kumar and Saurabh Shukla have joined the cast as well. Fans are curious about their roles. Many are also wondering if the film will be a modern retelling or a historical portrayal.

Some viewers have expressed doubts about adding humour to Mahabharata. They feel a comic tone may be seen as disrespectful. In the past, films like Padmaavat and Ramayana faced criticism and even violent reactions.

Those projects were still serious in tone. Comedy can be far riskier when dealing with mythology. The genre may bring new challenges for both the director and the cast.