Ranbir Kapoor’s journey with Animal has been marked by significant personal and professional transformation.
Under the direction of Sandeep Reddy Vanga, this film represents a pivotal point in Ranbir’s career, shifting his image from a youthful actor to a more mature and complex character.
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Despite becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film of his career, the mixed reactions and the intense social media debates that followed its release in December 2023 have deeply impacted Kapoor.
Animal was criticized for its portrayal of misogyny and violence, attracting negative comments from many prominent celebrities.
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In an open conversation on a YouTube channel, Ranbir discussed the industry’s and the public’s disappointment in his choice to be part of the film. He noted that the film, intended to be purely entertaining, was often misunderstood.
Ranbir highlighted the role of social media in amplifying the backlash, overshadowing the effort and dedication put into the project.
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Despite its box office triumph, the film drew criticism from fans and industry peers alike, who felt let down by his decision to act in it.
Ranbir shared that he often encounters people expressing their disappointment, including colleagues from the film industry.
Although he disagrees with the criticism, he opts to apologize and promises to make better choices in the future rather than engaging in arguments.
It would be interesting to see how Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who has been unapologetic about Animal and took people head-on who criticized his film, would react to Ranbir’s apology for doing Animal.