In the ever-evolving tapestry of Bollywood, Meghna Gulzar and Vicky Kaushal are set to captivate audiences once again with their upcoming collaboration, Sam Bahadur. As fans eagerly anticipate the release of this cinematic venture, renowned filmmaker Meghna Gulzar has drawn intriguing parallels between Vicky Kaushal’s portrayal in Sam Bahadur and Alia Bhatt’s unforgettable role in Raazi.
In a recent conversation with Indian Express, Meghna Gulzar shed light on the nuanced differences between the two films, emphasizing the unique perspectives and circumstances that shape the characters. Drawing on her experience with Raazi, where Alia Bhatt embodied the complex character of Sehmat, an undercover Indian spy thrust into marriage with a Pakistani army officer, Gulzar expressed a deep empathy for Sehmat’s shades of grey.
However, she noted that Sam Bahadur takes a distinct narrative route. Unlike Raazi, where the storyline allowed for moral ambiguity, Gulzar emphasized that the story of Sam Manekshaw, portrayed by Vicky Kaushal, leaves no room for villainization. Gulzar explained, “It’s not that story, and he is not that man. He didn’t do it in his lifetime, and I can’t do it in his film.”
Gulzar delved into the essence of Sam Manekshaw’s character, highlighting his unwavering commitment to defending his country without demonizing the enemy. This is a stark departure from Raazi, where shades of moral ambiguity played a pivotal role in Sehmat’s journey. Gulzar emphasized that Manekshaw’s actions during the war, particularly in the treatment of the 93,000 prisoners of war, showcase a profound sense of humanity and respect that defines the essence of a true soldier.
As fans anticipate the release of Sam Bahadur, Meghna Gulzar’s insights into the film’s unique narrative promise a cinematic experience that goes beyond the conventional boundaries of war dramas. The collaboration between Gulzar and Kaushal, which initially sparked cinematic magic in Raazi, seems poised to redefine the genre once again.
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