Shah Rukh Khan feels we analyze cinema too much, says Pathaan and Jawan were not ‘massy’ films

Shah Rukh Khan is currently in the news for his movie Dunki, that is doing brisk business at the BO. This is Khan’s third release of the year, after the juggernauts Pathaan and Jawan, which were massive hits. While Dunki is an emotional roller-coaster, Pathaan and Jawan were said to be adrenaline pumping ‘massy’ movies, a term Khan does not agree with.

While talking to Zoom, King Khan said that he feels that we analyze films too much, categorizing them as mass-oriented or content-oriented.

He believes films are meant for entertainment, regardless of their theme. He further added that he does not see Jawan or Pathaan as mass cinemal; they are simply entertaining films

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Siddhant Chaturvedi says Ananya Panday’s viral ‘struggle’ comment and his nepotism jibe marked the start of their friendship: ‘It was like an ice-breaker’

Dec 24, 2023,

For the uninitiated, the controversy began when Siddhant responded to a question about the struggles of being an outsider in the industry, highlighting the importance of self-made journeys and facing challenges head-on. Ananya’s response, however, took a different turn. Her comment about struggling involved admitting that her father, actor Chunky Panday, never appeared on Koffee with Karan, a popular talk show known for hosting Bollywood celebrities.

This statement ignited a social media storm, with many viewers interpreting it as a lack of awareness about the significant advantages and opportunities that come with being part of a film industry legacy. Many people argued that Ananya’s comment downplayed the challenges faced by true outsiders and underscored the need for a more nuanced understanding of privilege within the industry

Ananya later clarified her remarks, expressing that she was misunderstood, and her intention was not to undermine the struggles of others. Despite the clarification, the controversy had already left a lasting impact.

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