Rajkummar Rao Discusses Negative Characters: Why Devdas Is not an Idol
Rajkummar Rao shares his thoughts on Ranbir Kapoor's powerful performance in Animal and discusses the glorification of negative characters like Shah Rukh Khan's Devdas. Read more about his insights on film characters and his latest success with Stree 2.
Actor Rajkummar Rao recently shared his thoughts on Ranbir Kapoor's performance in the film Animal, as well as his views on the glorification of negative characters like Shah Rukh Khan's Devdas. While Rao was full of praise for Ranbir's performance, he also expressed his opinion on how some characters in films are misunderstood or even glorified despite their negative traits.
Rajkummar Rao’s Views on Shah Rukh Khan’s Devdas
On Raj Shamani's podcast, Rajkummar Rao was asked about the portrayal of negative characters in movies, particularly in Shah Rukh Khan's film Devdas. Rao highlighted that the film wasn’t asking viewers to emulate Devdas, but rather telling a tragic story based on a novel. He noted that the character of Devdas is ultimately doomed, and if someone chooses to live like him, it reflects more on them than the movie itself. Rao emphasized that Devdas is a character designed to show the consequences of destructive behavior, not one to be idolized.
Rajkummar Praises Ranbir Kapoor in Animal
Rao also spoke highly of Ranbir Kapoor's performance in Animal, calling it “mind-blowing.” He admitted that while he had a few minor issues with some scenes, his overall experience of watching the film was highly positive. Rajkummar appreciated how the film showcased the raw, animalistic side of human nature, and he seemed to understand that the film was not meant to portray an ideal man but rather an intense character with flaws.
Understanding Animal and Devdas
Animal (2023) is a gritty action drama directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Despite its success, the film faced criticism for glorifying toxic masculinity. On the other hand, Devdas (2002), directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is a romantic drama based on Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's novel, which tells the tale of a man consumed by heartbreak.
Rajkummar Rao’s Recent Success with Stree 2
Rajkummar Rao continues to impress audiences, most recently with his role in Stree 2. Released on August 15, the film was a hit, and fans enjoyed seeing him share the screen with Shraddha Kapoor once again in this spooky yet entertaining sequel.
