Dussehra 2020: Actors list their fav films where good triumphs over evil
New Delhi: Ahead of Dussehra, which emphasises on the celebration of the triumph of fine over evil, actors have shared their favorite movies that outline the theme of the pageant.
For veteran actress Himani Shivpuri, it is the 1998 movie Salman Khan-starrer “Bandhan”.
“‘Bandhan’ is easily one of my favourites as the title itself talks of eternal bonds. It is an excellent example of a movie that shows truth always prevails. For all those have not seen this movie, the premise of the story was how Jackie Shroff’s character falls prey to selfish motives and remarries. This leads to him spoiling his relations with his ex-wife and his brother-in-law. He realises much later the importance of relationships and the mistakes he made all along,” the actress, who additionally featured within the film, informed IANS.
“During this festive season of Dussehra, this movie acts as a reminder to not fall prey to sinful or wrong thoughts, and resentful actions but instead look for the good in people before it gets too late,” added the actress.
Actor-producer Tusshar Kapoor picks his upcoming movie “Laxmmi Bomb”, starring Akshay Kumar.
“I can’t think of any other film right now about good winning over evil but ‘Laxmmi Bomb’. It’s a special film because it is a film about good winning over evil, a film with Indian values, something that everyone will connect with, something that will teach you a lesson, something that will inspire and can bring equality within our society,” he informed IANS.
Harleen Sethi went just a little again in time to select her favorite good-over-evil movie.
“‘Rang De Basanti’ will never be outdated. It encourages the youth to stand up against injustice, sparks a sense of patriotism, and shows collective integrity against moral and political corruption. It forces you to think that letting injustice happen is also a form of injustice. It’s necessary to raise your voice for important issues and not take things lying down,” stated the actress in regards to the 2006 movie by Rakesh Omprakash Mehra.
For actor Hiten Tejwani, it is the traditional Hollywood movie “The Lion King” that matches the invoice.
“I love ‘The Lion King’ — how Simba goes away and later comes back, and becomes the king,” stated the actor.
Actress Gracy Singh shared the one movie that immediately involves her thoughts is her 2001 blockbuster launch, “Lagaan”.
“The movie truly brought alive the theme of how good triumphs over evil. Burdened by heavy taxes and several years of drought, the farmers of Champaner come together to challenge the British army over a game of cricket, in a bid to stop the lagaan (tax) imposed on them. Their hard work and sincerity pays off in the end. The movie gave out a right message,” stated the actress, who starred alongside Aamir Khan within the movie.
“Mardaani 2” that noticed Rani Mukerji in a cop avatar made many consider that good at all times beats evil. Actress Shamin Mannan thinks so, too.
“The way Rani not just arrests, but beats the hell out of that serial rapist is just amazing. Everytime I watch that movie, it gives me goosebumps and the way Rani’s character SP Shivani gives that monologue in an interview talking about what all a woman has to go through, and why it should not be even be compared to men, is just outstanding. Such performances beat everything else. Of course the negative lead has done a good job too, we need more movies like this,” stated Shamin.
Actress Saba Saudagar agrees along with her. “The reason why I love ‘Mardaani’ is because I find it very real and very non-filmy. The evil part of Mardaani reflects the society we live in and the good part also reflects the society we live in but take it for granted. The last scene of ‘Mardaani 2’ where Rani sits exhausted outside a residence, and then beats the antagonist with a Devi idol behind her, literally gave me goosebumps,” stated Saba.
Actress Pooja Banerjee mentions “Kahaani”, starring Vidya Balan.
“It had a fabulous plot, great screenplay, some power-packed performances and has Durga Puja as a background theme. It was the best for me as a film that shows victory of good over evil. Plus, seeing the reality of how some men treat women, specifically pregnant women, was really heart-wrenching. It really was the most impactful film for me,” she stated.
Actress Mugdha Chaphekar shared that there are quite a lot of movies that convey the message of fine successful over evil, however she has a favorite too. “‘The Shawshank Redemption’ doesn’t just show how good triumphs over evil, but also shows how truth always wins, you just have to have hope and that’s why I love it,” she stated.
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