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Anurag Kashyap Says Anil Kapoor's 'Subedaar' Deserved a Theatrical Release

Director Anurag Kashyap has publicly praised the Anil Kapoor-led action drama 'Subedaar', which released on Prime Video. He stated the film, directed by Suresh Triveni, was clearly shot for the big screen and deserved a theatrical release. Kashyap highlighted the film's immersive depiction of the Bundelkhand/Chambal region and its exploration of patriarchy. The story follows a retired soldier struggling to reintegrate into a corrupt civilian world while mending his relationship with his daughter.

Key Points: Anurag Kashyap Reviews Anil Kapoor's Film 'Subedaar'

  • Anurag Kashyap reviews 'Subedaar'
  • Praises film's big-screen cinematography
  • Calls for theatrical release over OTT
  • Highlights film's setting and themes
  • Credits director Suresh Triveni's world-building
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Anurag Kashyap praises Anil Kapoor's 'Subedaar', calls it a film that should have released in cinemas

Director Anurag Kashyap praises Anil Kapoor's 'Subedaar', calling it a film shot for the big screen that should have had a theatrical release.

Anurag Kashyap praises Anil Kapoor's 'Subedaar', calls it a film that should have released in cinemas
"SUBEDAAR... should have been a theatrical. It's clearly shot on anamorphic for the big screen. - Anurag Kashyap"

Mumbai, March 7

Director Anurag Kashyap has shared his thoughts on Anil Kapoor's action drama 'Subedaar,' which released on March 5.

Kashyap, after watching the film, shared his review, saying he enjoyed it a lot and praised the performances of the cast. However, he also felt that the film should have been released in theatres instead of going directly to OTT.

The film, directed by Suresh Triveni, features Anil Kapoor along with Radhikka Madan, Khushbu Sundar, Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Rawal, Mona Singh, and Faisal Malik. It tells the story of a retired soldier who struggles to adjust to life after leaving the army while dealing with societal problems and tensions within his family.

The 'Gangs of Wasseypur' director took to his Instagram to pen a long note, sharing how 'Subedaar' was clearly "shot on anamorphic for the big screen."

"SUBEDAAR on @primevideoin should have been a theatrical. Would have loved to experience it in cinemas, it's clearly shot on anamorphic for the big screen, designed for big screen. @sureshtriveni_ creates an immersive world of Bundelkhand/Chambal, complete with its patriarchy and entitlement, where women are as patriarchal as men, and those who aren't, they fight like a man in this male-dominated hinterland of the Beehad that once gave rise to Phoolan Devi," Anurag wrote.

"The world has not changed since; in fact, it has gotten worse. And in that world comes our SUBEDAAR. In the world that also gave birth to Paan Singh Tomar, this ex-army man faces the totally uncivilised civilian world. Wholly fictional, but it makes me want to believe," he added.

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'Subedaar' follows the story of Subedaar Arjun Maurya, a retired soldier who returns home and tries to adjust to civilian life. Set in Madhya Pradesh, the film shows his fight against corruption in his area while also dealing with a difficult relationship with his daughter Shyama, played by Radhika Madan. As problems grow around him, Arjun relies on his army training to protect his family.

- ANI

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Priya S
Watched it last night. It's a powerful film, no doubt. Anil sir's portrayal of a retired soldier struggling with civilian life is heart-wrenching. But I respectfully disagree with Kashyap ji on one point - for many of us in smaller towns, OTT release means we get to watch it the same day as everyone else. Theatrical release would have meant a 2-week wait.
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Aman W
The comparison to Paan Singh Tomar is interesting. That was a cinematic masterpiece. If Subedaar is even half as good, it's a shame it went straight to streaming. Our army stories need that larger-than-life treatment. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to India, I find these discussions fascinating. The tension between theatrical experience and OTT accessibility seems unique to the scale of Indian cinema. The film sounds compelling - adding it to my watchlist!
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Karthik V
Producers have become too risk-averse. If a veteran like Anil Kapoor and a good director can't get a theatrical release, what hope do smaller films have? This is why we're stuck with only masala remakes in cinemas. The business model needs to change, yaar.
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Nisha Z
Radhika Madan is such an underrated actress! Her work in this looks promising from the trailer. Sometimes OTT gives these talented performers a platform they wouldn't get otherwise. The film found its audience, that's what matters most. 👏

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