Arjun Kapoor says ‘artists have to do what film demands’

• Arjun responded to the criticism surrounding upcoming movie Pathaan.
• Arjun discussed whether these scandals concern him.
• He stated that it is their responsibility to complete the necessary tasks for a film.

Actor Arjun Kapoor responded to the criticism surrounding the upcoming movie Pathaan after the release of Besharam Rang, the film’s opening song. Arjun discussed whether these scandals concern him as he also works in the Hindi film industry in a recent interview. The actor advised against placing “undue importance on items that spark pointless banter and conversation.”

Speaking of artists, he stated that it is their responsibility to complete the necessary tasks for a film before handing it off to the public for decision-making. He added that citizens in a democracy should have faith in the procedures and regulations.

Arjun said, “I think the fact that we are discussing it will give undue advantage to it at this point. We have to trust our censor board and the central government as they operate together. I think everybody has a right to an opinion in a democracy, but we as artistes have to do what the film demands and have to stick to that authenticity. I don’t think we need to get caught up in a question that gives undue importance to things that create unnecessary banter and chatter.”

He added, “Our job should always be to do what is needed for the film and then give the film to the people who can decide what offends them and what doesn’t. I think we have followed that for a long time. Every film that gets made has to follow a process, even our film is no exception. We should just trust the process and the rules in a democracy.”

Besharam Rang, the opening track from Pathaan, received negative feedback after its December 12 release. On YouTube, the song has already received 50 million views. Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan are featured in the song, and the stars are dressed in saffron and green attire, which prompted some people to object.

In addition to Shah Rukh and Deepika Padukone, John Abraham also appears in the movie. Pathaan, a Siddharth Anand-directed film, is slated for release in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on January 25. On Tuesday, the movie’s trailer will be released.

The son of Vishal Bhardwaj, Aasman Bhardwaj, will make his directorial debut with Kuttey, in which Arjun will appear. The film Kuttey will debut on January 13. Tabu, Radhika Madan, Konkona Sensharma, and Naseeruddin Shah are also featured in the movie.

Moreover, in the thriller The Ladykiller, Arjun stars opposite Bhumi Pednekar. Alongside Bhumi and Rakul Preet Singh, he also stars in an untitled romantic comedy movie that will be seen by fans.