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Taapsee Pannu and Bhumi Pednekar’s transformation into
geriatric characters in Saand Ki Aankh had sparked a debate prior to the film’s
release. Anupam Kher disagrees with the backlash and defended the film in a
recent interaction with Indo-Asian News Service (IANS). The actor said that he
had played an older character in his debut film Saaransh (1984).
“Such criticism is wrong. I don’t find any logic in it.
It’s an actor’s job to challenge oneself and do something beyond the comfort
zone, and make it interesting. I was in my 20s when I portrayed a 65-year-old
man in my first film. People appreciated my performance. So why not now? Why
are these talented actresses being criticised? I have not seen Saand Ki Aankh
but I am proud of the girls that they have essayed the roles of older women.
Acting ka matlab yahi hota hai ki kisi bhi role ko bakhoobi nibhaye. (The point
of acting is to portray any role with finesse).”
Previously, a Twitter user had pointed out that the film
should have gone to female actors like Shabana Azmi and Neena Gupta as they
were actually in their 60s. Gupta had agreed with the fan, saying at least they
should get the roles that fall under their age bracket. Soni Razdan had also
echoed a similar concern.
Pannu had addressed the issue and said that while she
emphatised with the veteran actresses, she would not let go of a good
opportunity as such parts were hard to come by for women stars of all ages.
Saand Ki Aankh released over the Diwali weekend alongside
Made in China and Housefull 4. Despite facing competition from these male-led
films, the sports drama has garnered Rs 11.68 crore over the opening weekend.
Saand Ki Aankh also features director Prakash Jha and Mukkabaaz actor Viineet
Singh in pivotal roles.
Meanwhile, Kher will be seen next in Hotel Mumbai alongside
Dev Patel, Armie Hammer, Nazanin Boniadi and Jason Isaacs. The film, based on
26/11 terror attacks, will be out on 29 November.