Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has responded to the criticism his Tamil thriller “Maharaja” has faced, acknowledging that a portion of the audience was “triggered” by the Vijay Sethupathi starrer. Despite receiving acclaim and achieving record views on Netflix, the film has been controversial for its depiction of violence, particularly against women. In an interview with The Hindu, Kashyap discussed the backlash, comparing it to the reception of the Karan Johar-Guneet Monga backed “Kill,” known for being one of the goriest Hindi films in recent times.
“My latest Tamil flick, like ‘Kill,’ has drawn a lot of criticism for its violent scenes, but that’s okay because some films will trigger something. I believe violence should look so real and extreme that it actually stops you from doing it,” the director shared.
Kashyap also praised Malayalam cinema, highlighting the originality and authenticity of its storytelling. He noted that the Malayalam film industry has produced several hits this year, including “Manjummel Boys,” “The Goat Life,” “Aavesham,” “Premalu,” and “Bramayugam.”
“I watch more Malayalam movies than Hindi these days because they excite me so much more. People here (in the Malayalam film industry) tell original stories that are unique to each individual. The filmmakers are catering to themselves rather than the market. A movie like ‘Bramayugam’ will never be made in black and white in any other industry. It shows that they’re making the films they truly want to make.”
Kashyap further explained that even commercial Malayalam films are genuinely entertaining and not afraid to take risks, such as casting influencers in key roles, as seen in “Aavesham.” “In Bollywood, they would fill these roles with big stars, focusing on star power rather than telling a real story,” he added.
The filmmaker criticised the Hindi film industry for often relying on formulas, breaking away from patterns only when original works like “Laapataa Ladies,” “12th Fail,” or “Kill” emerge. According to Kashyap, “Kill” stands out as an action movie with a very unique approach.
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