Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s film Animal has been slammed by a section of people and termed ‘misogynistic’. Many are also criticising Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal character. Now, in an interview with DNA, actor Saloni Batra has opened up about how Ranbir’s character in Animal is problematic. Saloni essayed the role of Ranbir’s sister in the Sandeep Reddy Vanga film. The actor admitted the way Ranbir’s character Rannvijay Singh ‘talks and behaves is toxic’.
Saloni Batra said, “I am a facilitator. It’s my job as an actor to facilitate what an artiste wants to bring the table, who are the creators. Now, they have a vision about this character in this world. This character, the way he talks and behaves, is toxic. But the story is about him and Sandeep sir (Sandeep Reddy Vanga) has chosen to tell his story in his way. As an audience, it is our responsibility to watch and decide what is right and wrong. If that character is firing a gun in the college, it doesn’t mean it’s right.”
She added, “This is a vision of an artiste for entertainment. In this world, the character (Ranbir Kapoor’s Rannvijay Singh aka Vijay) stands true but like I said, it is your responsibility as an audience that you don’t take it home. You came to the theatre and were entertained. And that is the job of cinema. You don’t have to learn from it. You don’t have to take it back home and tell people that it’s ok to say such things to women… As a woman, I would be offended if someone in real life did that to me. But, such people exist. And this story is about one such story. The director is not being a teacher. He is being an entertainer.”
An excerpt from the Hindustan Times’ Animal movie review read, “If filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Arjun Reddy and Kabir Singh bothered you, wait till you watch Animal that presents Ranbir as an epitome of misogyny, and he has no qualms about it. Whether it’s telling his younger sister to drink wine and not whiskey, or taking a jibe at the elder one, a Harvard graduate, for just saying , ‘Chup raho, bas karo (Keep quiet)’ in her marriage; he’s loved, hated and misunderstood all at once. As the entitled, rich spoilt brat, Ranvijay considers himself the man in-charge after his father, so if the ladies of the houses (read sisters) are in any trouble, he would take law in his hand to serve people right.”
Source: HT
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Ranbir’s Animal character is toxic, admits on-screen sister Saloni Batra
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Ranbir as DJ Shiva, Alia Bhatt as Isha in Brahmastra
The countdown has begun! In a span of just three days, Brahmastra will hit the big screen on September 9. Starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, the film is directed by Ayan Mukerji. The filmmaker is currently nervous and emotional as there are only a few days left for Brahmastra’s release. Brahmastra is one of the most expensive films in recent times and it is touted to be a visual spectacle.
Ahead of the much-awaited movie’s release, let’s discuss more about the characters played by Ranbir, Alia and the rest of the star cast. Ranbir Kapoor will be seen playing the role of DJ Shiva in Brahmastra. Besides playing Alia Bhatt’s love interest in the film, Ranbir aka Shiva possesses the power of Agnyastra, astra of the fire element. A glimpse of Ranbir’s character is visible in the trailer of the Ayan Mukerji directorial.
Alia Bhatt will be seen essaying the role of Isha in the movie. The actress has been cast opposite Ranbir in the film, directed by Ayan. Not much is revealed about Alia’s character in the trailer of Brahmastra. And that has left everyone curious to know more about her crucial part in the film.
Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of Guru in Brahmastra. He is the leader of Brahmansh and wields the Prabhastra. In the trailer of the film, it is Amitabh Bachchan who makes Ranbir Kapoor aka Shiva aware of his power to possess Agnyastra, astra of the fire element.
South superstar Nagarjuna essays the role of an artist, Anish. A member of the Brahmansh, Nagarjuna’s character wields the Nandi Astra. The trailer of Brahmastra showcases a glimpse of the actor’s pivotal part in the movie.
By the looks of Brahmastra’s trailer, it seems Mouni Roy plays the antagonist in the film. She essays the role of Junoon, who is the queen of darkness. A glimpse of her character is highlighted in the trailer.
Shah Rukh Khan is rumoured to be a part of Ayan Mukerji’s high-budget movie, Brahmastra. As per media reports and fan speculations, SRK might be seen playing the role of Vayu or Vanar Astra in the film. On the other hand, it is being speculated that Deepika Padukone is likely play the role of Jal Devi in the film.
Source: India Today
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Ranbir says Brahmastra was reshot on Rajamouli’s dad’s suggestion
Ranbir Kapoor has revealed that director Ayan Mukerji made changes to their upcoming film Brahmastra, after he got suggestions from SS Rajamouli’s father KV Vijayendra Prasad. Brahmastra also stars Alia Bhatt, Mouni Roy, Nagarjuna, Amitabh Bachchan among others. Brahmastra is slated for a theatrical release on September 9. Ranbir and Ayan were in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday to promote the film where he talked about the changes. Ranbir also revealed that Ayan even reshot for four days for the changes in the film.
A Pinkvilla report quoted Ranbir as saying, “After your father watched the film. Ayan made us reshoot for four days after receiving suggestions from SS Rajamouli’s father. This is because he values him so much and we all are very grateful for his contribution to our film.”
Brahmastra is a mythology-based fantasy trilogy with Ranbir and Alia playing central characters Shiva and Isha. Amitabh plays Professor Arvind Chaturvedi and Nagarjuna is an archaeologist named Ajay Vashisht. Mouni’s character is named Damayanti. Alia could not be present for the event but she sent a video message for her Visakhapatnam fans. She also had a special message for Ranbir Kapoor. She said in the video, “I really wish I could be there today with everyone. I am missing the whole team, Ayan, and Ranbir. But I am there in spirit and especially there in Ranbir’s heart. ” She is shooting for her Hollywood debut outside India. -
Alia says she decided to marry Ranbir when she was just a ‘sweet little girl’
Alia Bhatt said that she wanted to marry Ranbir Kapoor from a young age, ever since she first saw him on screen. The two have been in a relationship since 2017. In an interview, Alia opened up about constant news reports speculating about when she is tying the knot with Ranbir. She said that according to her marriage is a ‘state of mind’ and she already feels at peace in her relationship.
Speaking to India Today, Alia said, “When people ask me one persistent question – ‘When are you getting married? When are you getting married? When are you getting married?’ – I’m like, firstly, it’s not anybody’s business and secondly, if you ask me honestly, marriage is a state of mind and that’s what I feel in terms of the peace I feel with my relationship. I’m already there. So, let’s move on, and whenever it has to happen, it will happen as per my desires and as per his desires. That’s something that’ll take its time.”
Source: HT