Huma Qureshi expresses gratitude for positive response to 'Baby Do Die Do' in Kashmir
Srinagar, July 8
Actor Huma Qureshi expressed her happiness at the positive reception for her movie 'Baby Do Die Do' in Kashmir.
While talking to the media, Huma Qureshi expressed her gratitude, saying, "First of all, my entire cast is here. We just came to say thank you to Kashmir because our film is playing over here and we are getting so much love. So we wanted to come and thank you ourselves."
An action-thriller, 'Baby Do Die Do', opened in theatres on Friday, July 3, featuring Huma Qureshi in the lead as a professional female assassin. The movie showcases Huma as a hitwoman who kills people with her umbrella stealthily in public places.
Riding the momentum of her latest release 'Baby Do Die Do', where she essays the role of a deaf-mute assassin, earlier, Qureshi reflected on the evolving landscape of women in action.
While talking to ANI, "I'm playing a female hitwoman who can't hear or speak. That is not a disability or a weakness but actually her strength. There is a stereotype of a hitman always being a male. But why can't it be a woman?"
Speaking about the growing space for women-led action films, Huma Qureshi emphasised how the current time marks a promising phase for action films led by women, driven by changing audience expectations and greater representation of women across professions.
"I don't think we're going anywhere," she said, pointing out that women today are making their mark in every sphere of life, from journalism and acting to the police and armed forces.
Sikander Kher plays the role of an antagonist in the movie, while Rachit Singh portrays the love interest of Huma in the movie. With redemption in her eyes as she calmly watches the building burn, Huma appears to be bruised at the end of the trailer.
The movie is directed by Nachiket Samant and is produced by Huma and Saqib Saleem's production house, Saleem Siblings.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Love seeing strong female characters in action roles, but I hope the film doesn't glorify violence unnecessarily. The concept is interesting though - an umbrella as a weapon? Very creative. Good to see Huma producing her own content too.
Kashmir audience is giving love to the film - that's a big win in itself. Huma Qureshi seems genuinely humbled by the response. The whole "hitman is always male" stereotype needed to be challenged. Ab aur action heroines chahiye! 👏
While I appreciate Huma's efforts, I think the whole "deaf-mute assassin" angle might be problematic if not handled sensitively. Using disability as a "strength" in a violent context seems tricky. But I'll watch it before judging - after all, representation matters across genres.
Kashmir mein film ko pyaar mil raha hai - yeh bahut acchi baat hai! Bollywood should make more content that connects with audiences across India. Huma Qureshi is doing great work as both actress and producer. And that umbrella idea? Genius marketing hook! 😄
I'm not usually a fan of action films, but Huma Qureshi's confidence in this project makes me curious. She's right - women are excelling everywhere now, from armed forces to movies. Though I hope the film has a good story beyond just the action sequences.
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