Bollywood

‘We Can’t Cancel Everyone’: Kiara Advani Opens Up On Facing Criticism For Her Role In ‘Kabir Singh’

By Sanya Handa

October 20, 2023

Bollywood actress, Kiara Advani is soaring high in her professional career with several blockbuster hits under her name. The actress has worked in several films including, ‘Shershaah’, ‘Satyaprem Ki Katha’, ‘Jugjugg Jeeyo’ etc. The actress recently opened up about her role playing characters which often ignite controversies among viewers even today. Additionally, she talked about the criticism she faced for her portrayal of Preeti in the most-watched film, ‘Kabir Singh.’

Kiara Advani on playing the role of Preeti in ‘Kabir Singh’

During a recent interview with Femina, Kiara Advani opened up on facing criticism for playing the role of Preti Sikka in the film, ‘Kabir Singh.’ For the unversed, the film revolves around Shahid Kapoor and Kiara’s love story. Despite achieving massive success, the film received backlash for showcasing toxic masculinity. However, Kiara pointed that if she had disliked her character, she would have never played the role in the film. She said:

“We need to accept that there are all sorts of people. We can’t cancel everyone.” The actress agreed to the fact that the film was to some extent objectionable, sparking conversations about unhealthy relationships. However, in response, Kiara mentioned that it is necessary to learn from such situations in one’s life.

Kiara on doing engaging films like ‘Satyaprem Ki Katha’ and ‘Jugjugg Jeeyo’

The actress during the same interview talked about her opinion on doing interesting competent plot films. The actress shared:

“I have started making movies where the role is exciting and fulfilling as an actor, but, at the same time, it is a film that you can watch with your entire family, and it still leaves you with a thought.” For the unversed, the film, ‘Jugjugg Jeeyo’ revolves around the divorce issue majorly between Varun Dhawan and Kiara Advani. The film pictures Kiara as a go-getting woman.

On the professional front, Kiara Advani will next be seen in the Telugu movie, ‘Game Changer’ alongside Ram Charan.