Adipurush author Manoj Muntashir apologizes for the usage of derogatory language in the movie’s dialogues
The writer of the film “Adipurush”, Manoj Muntashir, has apologized for using derogatory language in the film’s dialogues. Muntashir has said that he made a mistake and that he did not intend to hurt anyone’s sentiments. He has also said that he has removed the offending dialogues from the film.
The controversy erupted after a clip of Muntashir’s interview went viral on social media. In the interview, Muntashir was asked about the use of certain words in the film’s dialogues. Muntashir responded by saying that he did not believe that the words were derogatory, and that they were simply being used in a creative context.
However, many people were offended by Muntashir’s comments, and they accused him of disrespecting Hindu religious figures. In the face of the backlash, Muntashir issued an apology on Twitter. He said that he was “deeply sorry” for any offense that he had caused, and that he had “learned his lesson”.
Muntashir’s apology has been met with mixed reactions. Some people have accepted his apology, while others have said that it is not enough. It remains to be seen whether the controversy will have any lasting impact on the film’s box office performance.
Background of the film
Adipurush is an Indian historical action film based on the Hindu epic Ramayana. The film stars Prabhas as Lord Ram, Kriti Sanon as Sita, Saif Ali Khan as Ravana, and Sunny Singh as Lakshman. It is directed by Om Raut and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Om Raut, and Prasad Sutar.
The film was scheduled to be released on August 11, 2022, but it was postponed to January 21, 2023, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is now scheduled to be released on July 10, 2023.
Impact of the controversy
It is still too early to say what impact the controversy will have on the film’s box office performance. However, it is possible that the controversy could alienate some viewers and lead to a decrease in ticket sales.
On the other hand, the controversy could also generate a lot of publicity for the film and lead to an increase in ticket sales. It is also possible that the controversy could spark a debate about the portrayal of Hindu religious figures in popular culture.
Only time will tell what the ultimate impact of the controversy will be. However, it is clear that the controversy has already had a significant impact on the film’s marketing and promotion.
Conclusion
The controversy surrounding Adipurush is a reminder of the sensitivity that surrounds the portrayal of Hindu religious figures in popular culture. It is also a reminder of the power of social media to amplify and spread controversy. Only time will tell whether the controversy will have a lasting impact on the film’s box office performance. However, it is clear that the controversy has already had a significant impact on the film’s marketing and promotion.
