Cinema has always been a mirror, but particularly in the last decade, it has started holding that mirror at a rather flattering angle. The reflection now has a bit more nationalism, a bit less nuance, and sometimes, an entire political manifesto playing in the background. The trailer for "The Taj Story", which asks whether the Taj Mahal might once have been a temple, does not merely invite curiosity; it stages curiosity as corrective history. It is the newest actor in a growing ensemble of movies that treat doubt like doctrine and cinema like a courthouse. And while we once saw filmmakers wrestle with moral ambiguity; in present times, the only ambiguity lies in whether you are watching entertainment or an election campaign.
Bollywood icon Aamir Khan has strongly condemned the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, stating that those responsible cannot be considered followers of Islam. In an interview with India TV, the actor denounced any association of the religion with violence, reiterating that Islam stands firmly for peace and humanity.
Over the years, these films have served major #friendshipgoals, being our emotional support mechanisms. On the occasion of Friendship Day, we look back at four iconic groups we wish we were a part of.
