Bollywood Actor Saumya Tandon Defends Dhurandhar Against Misogyny Allegations

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Actor Saumya Tandon has jumped to the defense of the spy thriller Dhurandhar, which has been accused of promoting misogyny on social media. The film, starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna, has been criticized for its portrayal of women, but Saumya argues that the female characters are treated with dignity and respect. Saumya's defense comes after a social media user accused the film of promoting a 'male-dominated world' where women are objectified and beaten. However, Saumya argues that the film's tone is more realistic and gritty, and that the women in the story are not reduced to mere stereotypes. In a series of tweets, Saumya explained that the film's universe is set in a male-dominated world, but the women are still portrayed with dignity and respect. She added that the film's tone does not allow for the typical 'heroine singing songs on exotic beaches' trope, which may work for other scripts but not for this particular story. Saumya's defense has sparked a debate online, with some users praising her for speaking out in support of the film, while others have criticized her for not addressing the underlying issues of misogyny and sexism in the film. Dhurandhar, which is directed by Aditya Dhar, has been a commercial success, collecting over ₹150 crore at the box office. The film tells the story of an Indian spy who infiltrates the terror networks based in Lyari, and features a talented cast, including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R Madhavan. As the debate continues, Saumya's defense of Dhurandhar has sparked an important conversation about the portrayal of women in Bollywood films and the need for more realistic and nuanced representations of women on screen.