Is it true that chhapri jaisa kapde pehna hai? – If you grew up in India, this statement should not startle you or make you seek the definition in a dictionary. Being referred to as a ‘chhapri’ has become common urban slang, and it mainly refers to someone who does not adhere to society’s ‘standard’ sense of fashion, language, or culture.
After the debut of the multi-lingual film ‘Adipurush’ on Friday, the phrase became popular on social media. Let’s find out why chhapri is getting popular and how it relates to Adipurush.
A simple Google search will take you to an urban dictionary website that defines chhapri as “a person who has no sense of responsibility.” Someone who believes that having current hairstyles and clothes makes him or her distinctive and attractive, and who frequently wastes his or her time on social media without contributing to society.”
A short search of discussion boards like Reddit reveals that the word’s origins may be tainted. Most of us have used it in our talks without realizing it was a casteist insult.
According to several Reddit discussions, the word chhapri derives from the word chappar, which refers to a caste of roof menders and weavers. Chappar originated in kaccha homes or huts.
It all started with the publication of the first teaser for Prabhas’ Adipurush. People brought up the ‘chhapri’ moniker regarding the characters because of Saif Ali Khan’s appearance in the film, as well as Vatsal Sheth’s tattoo-smitten Indrajeet.
Adipurush, written and directed by Om Raut, is based on Valmiki’s epic Ramayan. Prabhas plays Lord Ram, Kriti Sanon plays Sita, and Saif Ali Khan plays Raavan in the film. In the film, they portray Raghava, Janaki, and Lankesh, respectively.
Several Twitter users were irritated by the modern representation of the hallowed legends. You’ve undoubtedly seen these if you’ve been on Twitter recently.
Adipurush is the most costly Indian film, with Rs 500 crore. Over the course of two years, the picture saw several postponements and controversy.
