Saikiran Uppuluri
Saikiran Uppuluri
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah recently shared his disappointment with the current state of Hindi cinema, criticizing its lack of substance. Speaking at an event in New Delhi, he lamented that Hindi filmmakers have been making the same kind of films for the last 100 years, and he has stopped watching Hindi films altogether.
Shah emphasized the need for filmmakers to move away from making movies solely for profit and focus on portraying the reality of society. He believes that serious filmmakers have a responsibility to showcase today’s reality without fear of censorship or legal repercussions. Drawing a comparison, he praised Iranian filmmakers for making films despite facing suppression from authorities.
The 73-year-old actor also highlighted the importance of substance in art and entertainment, comparing it to Hindustani food which is loved everywhere for its richness. He expressed concern that Hindi films lack this substance and warned that audiences, both in India and abroad, might soon grow tired of them.
Shah’s comments underscore the ongoing debate in the film industry about the balance between commercial success and artistic integrity. As audiences evolve, there is a growing demand for films that not only entertain but also provoke thought and reflection. It remains to be seen how filmmakers will respond to this call for change and whether Hindi cinema will indeed undergo a transformation in the coming years.
