Sudhanva Deshpande

In this thought-provoking discussion, guests Prof. Asim Siddiqui, an English literature expert focusing on Muslim identity in film, and Sudhanva Deshpande, a noted theatre personality and actor, tackle the complex relationship between propaganda and artistic merit. They explore how films like Dhurandhar reflect contemporary nationalism while evoking historical biases against Muslims. The duo highlights the differences between state-backed propaganda and dissenting art, considering the ethics of appreciating films for their craft despite their ideological skew.