Adil Hussain clarifies 'Kabir Singh' criticism, denies blaming director Vanga
What's the story
Adil Hussain, known for his role in the contentious film Kabir Singh, has defended his criticism of the movie while clarifying that he never blamed its director Sandeep Reddy Vanga.
In an interview with India Today NE, he said "I will continue to call out misogyny and violence in films."
He added that he only blames himself for participating in Kabir Singh as he didn't read the entire script before signing on.
Script oversight
'The fault lies with me'
Hussain admitted that he didn't read the entire script of Kabir Singh before agreeing to be part of it.
"I have never blamed him. I have said that it's my fault that I didn't read the script," he confessed.
"The fault lies with me. I should have read the script. I read my scene only, and I did the film. It's my fault, and when I watched the film, I realized that I had made a big blunder."
Fame debate
Hussain responds to Vanga's claim about his fame
Hussain also responded to Vanga's assertion that a minor role in Kabir Singh brought him more recognition than his entire career.
He questioned, "How do I respond to that? Is Ang Lee less famous than him? Is Mira Nair less famous? Ang Lee was an Oscar-winner before Life of Pi."
The actor has previously collaborated with both these renowned filmmakers.
Social impact
Hussain emphasizes filmmakers' responsibility toward society
Hussain stressed the influence of cinema on society, stating that Indian society tends to accept what it sees in movies as reality.
"Cinema is a powerful medium, it can influence you deeply," he said, adding that if a film glorifies violence or misogyny, he will always retain his right to criticize it.
"You have to take into account the innocence and the intellectual level of the mass audience."
Hussain's comments
What did Hussain earlier say about 'Kabir Singh'
Earlier this year, Hussain said during AP Podcast, "That's the only film in my life that I have done without reading the script. I think a film like this, it celebrates something which is not beneficial for society. It legitimizes male misogyny." "
"It legitimizes violence against anybody for that matter, doesn't have to be a woman. And it celebrates it, it glorifies it and it should not be glorified."
In response, Reddy Vanga said, "I regret casting you."