Controversial filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has launched a fresh salvo against the Hindi film industry, accusing it of deliberately ignoring the recently released Marathi film 'Dhurandhar'. Varma claims the industry feels threatened by the movie's raw and unfiltered portrayal of its inner workings.
RGV's Explosive Allegations on Social Media
Varma took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to voice his strong opinions. He stated that the Hindi film industry, which he often refers to as 'Bollywood', is intentionally sidelining 'Dhurandhar'. According to him, the reason is not the film's quality but its uncomfortable subject matter.
He elaborated that the movie presents a stark and realistic depiction of the film world, which makes established players nervous. Varma suggested that this mirrors a pattern where the industry ignores content that challenges its own carefully constructed image or exposes its underbelly.
What is 'Dhurandhar' About?
The Marathi film 'Dhurandhar', directed by Pravin Vitthal Tarde and starring Aniket Vishwasrao and Pooja Sawant, delves into the gritty realities of the film business. It explores themes of struggle, ambition, and the often-hidden power dynamics behind the glamorous facade.
Varma praised the film's authenticity, implying that its truthful narrative is what has triggered a defensive and dismissive reaction from mainstream Hindi cinema circles. His comments have sparked a debate about whether the industry suppresses films that are critical of its own ecosystem.
A History of Calling Out the System
This is not the first time Ram Gopal Varma has positioned himself as an outsider criticising Bollywood's established norms. He has a long history of making provocative statements about the industry's politics, nepotism, and resistance to change.
By championing 'Dhurandhar', Varma continues his narrative of supporting cinema that breaks conventional molds. His latest outburst suggests he believes the industry's omission is a strategic move to prevent such narratives from gaining widespread attention and validation.
The filmmaker's statements have successfully drawn public and media focus to the Marathi film, which might have otherwise remained under the radar for pan-Indian audiences. Whether his claims hold merit or are seen as another one of his attention-grabbing tactics is a matter of perspective, but they have undoubtedly ignited a conversation about inclusivity and introspection within Indian cinema.
