Adipurush controversy: Writer Manoj Muntashir comments irks critics and fans on social media
Writer Manoj Muntashir's comments on 'Adipurush' spark controversy as fans sentiments have got hurt since makers have misused creative liberties. Noted writer Manoj Muntashir's dialogues in Adipurush has come under the scanner for being cringy. It has created a huge controversy on social media which refuses to die down anytime soon. By Amrita Ghosh
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FollowControversy has erupted around the film "Adipurush" following recent remarks made by the movie's writer, Manoj Muntashir. His comments about the film's connection to the epic Ramayana have ignited heated debates and raised concerns among both fans and critics. What was once a highly anticipated cinematic adaptation of the revered Hindu epic now finds itself under scrutiny due to Muntashir's revelation that the film does not encompass the entire Ramayana, but instead focuses solely on the Yudh Parva, or the war section.
#Adipurush writer @manojmuntashir is now saying that the film is "heavily inspired by #Ramayana but it's not Ramayana".. This so-called epic film was officially announced, made and promoted as RAMAYANA ADAPTATION.. See how shamelessly they're playing with people's sentiments. pic.twitter.com/6evkBnWPIr
Fans have been left disheartened by the revelation made by Manoj Muntashir, the writer of "Adipurush," that the film does not encompass the entirety of the Ramayana but rather focuses solely on the Yudh Parva, the war section. This has led to feelings of deception and the perception that people's sentiments were manipulated through misleading marketing.
Muntashir's Comments and Public Sentiment
Manoj Muntashir, the writer of "Adipurush," has generated confusion and disappointment among audiences due to his recent remarks. The film was initially introduced and marketed as a cinematic adaptation of the revered Hindu epic, Ramayana. However, Muntashir's revelation that it does not encompass the entire epic but focuses solely on the Yudh Parva, the war section, has contradicted earlier promotional efforts. This has resulted in a sense of deception and the perception that the filmmakers were manipulating the sentiments of the viewers.
Artistic Interpretation and Communication
While creative adaptations are common in the film industry, the issue lies in the miscommunication surrounding "Adipurush." If the film had always been intended to focus solely on the Yudh Parva, the filmmakers should have clearly communicated this from the beginning. By promoting the film as a comprehensive Ramayana adaptation without clarifying the selective nature of the storyline, expectations were raised and subsequently shattered.
With "Adipurush" already released, the controversy surrounding Manoj Muntashir's comments raises important questions about how filmmakers approach adaptations of revered stories. Moving forward, it is vital for filmmakers to communicate their creative choices clearly to audiences, ensuring that expectations align with the actual content of the film and respecting the sentiments of the audience.
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