Hansal Mehta Addresses Backlash Over His Support for ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat’

Hansal Mehta’s Defending Remarks on Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta came under fire after he praised Milap Zaveri for the success of the film “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat.” Following the praise, a user on X (formerly Twitter) expressed their disapproval of Mehta’s support for what they deemed a problematic film. Here’s a closer look at the exchange.

Backlash Against Hansal Mehta

Upon congratulating Zaveri on his success, Mehta wrote, “Hey @MassZaveri, congrats on the roaring success of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat! May you keep charming the masses!” This tweet drew criticism when a user retweeted it, stating, “This ‘sensitive, intelligent’ man is congratulating the writer-director of misogynistic films where ‘No’ means ‘Yes.’ Such films poison young minds.”

Mehta’s Thoughtful Response

In response to the criticism, Hansal emphasized that while he believes films should inspire change, they often do not. He mentioned, “One always wishes films could change the world. But alas, they seldom do.” He expressed his disappointment over the reality of how film narratives are perceived versus their actual influence.

Examples of Cultural Impact in Cinema

Citing famous gangster movies, Mehta pointed out that films like *Satya* and *The Godfather* did not lead to real-life violence. He argued, “If films can poison, perhaps they can enlighten too. Maybe even teach a bit of civility.” His remarks stressed the importance of acknowledging the complexities of film culture.

*Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat* portrays the romance between a politician, Vikramaditya (Harshvardhan), and an actress, Adaa (Sonam), showcasing contrasting views on love.

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