Why Is Janhvi Kapoor Facing Negativity?

Actress Janhvi Kapoor is facing criticism over her comments about her role in the upcoming Telugu film Peddi. The discussion has raised an important question: Is it fair to blame actresses for the characters they play or should directors also take responsibility for writing such roles

Janhvi Peddi movie which is directed by Buchi Babu Sana created lot of controversy on the film. Recently, her comments about her role became a topic of discussion on social media. While some people supported her, others criticised her statements.

But the issue is not just about one actress or one film. It also raises questions about how women characters are written in Indian cinema.

In most films, directors and writers decide how a character behaves, speaks and looks on screen. They create the story and decide what the heroine's role will be like.

If a heroine is given a character with limited importance or certain scenes that audiences do not like, should she alone face criticism. The director and writer also have a role in creating that character.

An actress may have her own opinions about a role, but the final character is largely shaped by the screenplay and the director's vision. Therefore, blaming only the actress may not give the complete picture.

At the same time, actresses also have the right to question a character or explain their experiences. If an actress accepts a role after hearing the complete story, people may expect her to take responsibility for that decision as well.

For many years, several commercial films have given more importance to the hero while the heroine has been given less space in the story. In some films, her character is mainly used for romance, songs or a few emotional scenes.

This approach needs to change. Directors and writers should create stronger female characters with clear goals, meaningful dialogues and an important place in the story.

When a heroine's character is well written, audiences can connect with her naturally. Such roles can also give actresses more opportunities to show their acting skills.

The criticism surrounding Janhvi Kapoor has started a wider debate about accountability in cinema. If an actress accepts a role, her decision can be discussed. But directors and writers should also answer questions about the characters they create.

Instead of targeting an actress alone, audiences should look at the complete filmmaking process.