Filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia has criticised the way projects are approved and developed in the Hindi film industry, arguing that filmmakers often face significant hurdles when they attempt to tell stories differently. According to Dhulia, the process of getting films made has become a constant struggle, particularly for directors who want to move beyond established formulas....
Veteran screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar has weighed in on the ongoing debate around “propaganda films” in Indian cinema, offering a firm defense of filmmakers’ right to express ideas through storytelling. His comments come amid widespread discussion surrounding the blockbuster Dhurandhar and its sequel, both of which have faced criticism for allegedly promoting a specific...