Manoj Bajpayee Opens Up on Animal Controversy: Says `If You Don’t Want to Watch it, Then Don’t`

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MAY 15,2024

Gangs of Wasseypur actor Manoj Bajpayee recently appeared for an interview where he shared his opinion regarding Animal's ongoing controversy. The film has been criticised largely for its misogynistic portrayal of women and for being toxic or problematic overall. Despite all the criticism, the film was a blockbuster and a massive success. Regarding this, Manoj Bajpayee was questioned about his view of the polarised response to the film and the ongoing criticism against it.

Manoj Bajpayee shares his opinion on the ongoing controversy over Ranbir Kapoor's Animal

Manoj Bajpayee explained his take on the controversy, saying, 'I am very clear: if many people disagree or don't like a film, what's wrong with that? The film is released, does its business, and moves on. The money goes into the producer's pocket let them take it they invested in the movie.'

Bajpayee also said that if the film isn't your cup of tea, don't watch it. He shared that people should judge for themselves and have the liberty to express themselves without unnecessary implications. He said, 'If you don't want to watch it, then don't. If you disagree with something, it's better not to watch it, but don't create trouble for the movie. You will be only encouraging a bad notion by doing so what if others hinder your work in the same way? There should be open discourse without calls for bans or protests.'

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Manoj Bajpayee on the work front

Bajpayee was last seen in Zee5's film 'Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout' which was released last month. His upcoming film is Bhaiyya Ji, which notably marks his 100th Bollywood movie. As per reports, Bhaiyya Ji will be a crime action drama featuring strong male as well as female leads. Also, there won't be any item numbers in the Apoorva Singh Karki directorial. Apart from Manoj Bajpayee, the film stars Suvinder Vicky, Jatin Goswami, Vipin Sharma, and Zoya Hussain in supporting roles. Bhaiyya Ji will hit the theatres near you on May 24.

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Apart from Bhaiyya Ji, the Family Man star has other films like The Fable and Despatch lined up for release. Just a few days ago, Prime Video shared an update on one of his most anticipated projects, Family Man season 3. The Instagram post features the series' directors Raj and DK with Manoj Bajpayee, and the caption declared that filming for Family Man season 3 has begun.