R Madhavan has opened up about being called a Sanghi on social media and the criticism surrounding his blockbuster film Dhurandhar. The actor said he is not bothered by labels or online comments and believes supporting the country’s democratically elected leaders is the right thing to do. Madhavan also rejected claims that Dhurandhar was made as a propaganda film, saying his only intention is to tell honest stories and present India in a positive light.
R Madhavan Addresses ‘Sanghi’ Label
During an interview with Galatta Plus, was asked about people calling him a ‘Sanghi’. The actor said he has never posted anything against any political party or its leaders. Instead, he simply shares and appreciates work that he believes deserves recognition.
Madhavan said he does not let social media comments influence his thinking. According to him, if a Chief Minister or Prime Minister has been elected by the people, he believes it is his duty to support them whenever they do good work. He added that he reads comments but does not allow them to affect his decisions.
The actor also questioned why supporting the country’s leadership should automatically attract criticism. He said that if someone tries to make him feel guilty for appreciating positive work, he would rather question that person’s intentions than change his own views.
Madhavan stressed that he has always spoken with honesty and has never tried to push any political agenda.
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On Dhurandhar Being Called A Propaganda Film
Madhavan also responded to criticism that Dhurandhar promoted a political narrative. He dismissed the allegations and said he does not understand why the film has been described as propaganda. According to him, the story is set in Pakistan and focuses on events that impact India, making it a national security drama rather than a political statement.
The actor explained that his responsibility is to portray characters truthfully. He said that if a real-life character visits a temple, he will show that on screen. Similarly, if another character is an atheist, he will present them exactly as they are. He believes changing facts to avoid criticism would be dishonest.
Madhavan further said that he wants to highlight India’s achievements and positive stories through his work. He added that there is nothing wrong with presenting the country in a good light, and he does not believe that should be considered a crime or propaganda.
Meanwhile, Madhavan is preparing for the release of GDN, a biographical film based on inventor GD Naidu, often known as the Edison of India.