Jugal haansraj has spoken out against the harsh trolling faced by newcomers Khushi Kapoor and Ibrahim Ali Khan following the release of their film Asaaniyan. Addressing the backlash, Hansraj condemned the increasing culture of personal attacks on social media and highlighted the undue pressure it places on emerging talents.
Supports Newcomers Amid Social Media Scrutiny
In a recent interview with India Today, Hansraj reflected on how the landscape of the film industry has evolved with the rise of digital platforms. He noted that social media has made it easy for anyone to become a critic, leading to an overwhelming volume of unfiltered and often unconstructive criticism. According to him, while genuine, informed reviews can help actors grow, many online comments cross the line into personal territory.
Calls for Constructive Criticism
Hansraj emphasized the value of feedback rooted in expertise and experience, suggesting that valid criticism should focus on the work rather than the individual. He believes that evaluations from people with a deep understanding of cinema can offer valuable insights. In contrast, he expressed concern about the growing trend of personal remarks, especially about an actor’s appearance, which he described as unnecessary and harmful.
The actor, who plays Ibrahim Ali Khan’s father in Nadaaniyan, shared his perspective on the differences between the current industry climate and his own early career. During the 1980s, he recalled, new actors were given time and space to improve without the relentless scrutiny enabled by social media. Today, however, newcomers are placed under an intense spotlight from the outset, with opinions circulating rapidly and often harshly.
Rising Pressure on Young Actors
Hansraj highlighted that the pressure on young actors extends beyond Nadaaniyan’s lead pair, affecting many others entering the industry. He expressed empathy for these performers, who must navigate public perception while attempting to establish themselves.
He urged audiences to be mindful of the distinction between constructive criticism and personal attacks. While actors benefit from thoughtful feedback, he argued, comments targeting appearance or making unfounded judgments do more harm than good.
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