Prithviraj says filmmakers assume audience isn’t ready for violence‑against‑women movies

Veteran actor Prithviraj expressed his disappointment with the prevailing belief among some filmmakers that Indian audiences are not ready to watch movies that portray violence against women. He argued that such assumptions underestimate the public’s capacity to engage with serious social issues through cinema.

Speaking to India Today, Prithviraj emphasized that storytelling should not be limited by presumptions about audience sensibilities. He urged creators to address the problem of gender‑based violence head‑on, rather than avoiding it for fear of backlash or low box‑office returns.

The actor’s remarks come amid ongoing debates about the representation of women’s safety in Indian films, with several recent releases sparking discussions on how the industry handles the subject.

Prithviraj’s comments highlight a broader call for the film fraternity to trust viewers with hard‑hitting narratives, suggesting that audiences are ready for more responsible and realistic portrayals of societal challenges.