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Mithun Chakraborty reacts to Nadav Lapid’s statement on The Kashmir Files.
Helmed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, The Kashmir Files recently made it to the list of 301 eligible films for the Oscars.
Mithun Chakraborty, who played a major role in The Kashmir Files, recently reacted to the film’s criticism and controversy, especially after IFFI jury member Nadav Lapid called the film ‘vulgar’ and ‘propaganda’.
Helmed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, The Kashmir Files recently made it to the list of 301 eligible films for the Oscars. Talking about the eligibility list, Mithun told Times Now, “It feels great that Kashmir Files has been shortlisted. This is the answer to all the criticisms. The jury, which called the film obscene and propaganda, got its answer today. People have loved the film and this is the response.
He further said, ‘I will not give any controversial statement. It is sad when a film is not allowed in some theaters but is shortlisted for the Oscars. Indian films have come a long way and I wish all the best to the other shortlisted films.
Earlier, Vivek had also expressed happiness over the film appearing in the first list of Oscars. Actor Anupam Kher told ANI, “Kashmir Files being shortlisted at Oscars is an achievement in itself, it is too early to celebrate. This tragedy was kept hidden for 32 years and when this film was released after 32 years, the world welcomed it but there were many people who also commented a lot on it. Not only has the film been shortlisted, but I have also been shortlisted for the Best Actor award. It is a humbling and wonderful feeling. Four more films have been selected from India. I wish them all the best and congratulations.”
When asked about his views on Nadav Lapid’s statement, Anupam shared, “This is the time to rejoice and not remember those who just wanted 15 minutes of fame, who Wanting fame, they aim for big things. What to talk about them, at this time they will get the answer. Kashmir Files is trending right now, the film is different because people did not show collective joy on the success of this film.
He further said, “They termed it as agenda and propaganda and so those who are watching the stir on social media, it is their own answer, we don’t need to answer. Vivek Agnihotri doesn’t need to answer.”
During the closing ceremony of IFFI Goa last year, Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid said, “We were all perplexed and shocked by the 15th film, The Kashmir Files, which felt to us like a vulgar propaganda film, inappropriate for a competitive class of art.” Was. Such a prestigious film festival.”
‘The Kashmir Files’ chronicles the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits from the Valley in the early 1990s. Released on March 11 this year, the film broke several box office records. The film starred Anupam Kher, Darshan Kumar, Mithun Chakraborty and Pallavi Joshi.
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