Naseeruddin Shah Voices Concern Over Popularity of Nationalistic Films

Naseeruddin Shah expresses concern about the immense popularity of films like The Kashmir Files, The Kerala Story, and Gadar 2.

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He believes that these films promote a harmful narrative.

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He emphasizes the need for filmmakers like Sudhir Mishra and Hansal Mehta to continue their work.

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He also remarks on the changing landscape of Bollywood, noting that jingoistic themes tend to gain more popularity in India.

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He suggests that these films with a nationalistic tone may have a negative impact.

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Naseeruddin Shah believes that films have a lasting influence, and future generations will judge their accuracy.

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