Madhuri Dixit: Entertainment is the best way to reflect society without being preachy
Mumbai, June 10
Veteran Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit, whose latest release is the dark comedy Maa Behen, feels entertainment has the power to mirror society in a far more effective way than lectures. She says stories should make people laugh while prompting reflection.
Talking about how humour helps in letting everyone bring their guards down and still help serving the truth to the society, Triptii told IANS: "Nothing better than entertainment and if you can say something through entertainment and entertaining people where they can sit down, have fun, laugh, look at society and say, yeah, this happens, but you know, they're laughing at the same time."
"It's much nicer to say things like that then, actually saying and being preachy and you know, like, listen. Listen to us. I like it, it's fun! I don't know what's wrong."
'Maa Behen' by Suresh Triveni is streaming on Netflix. It also stars Triptii Dimri, Dharna Durgaa, and Ravi Kishan in pivotal roles. They are joined by Geetanjali Kulkarni, Arunoday Singh, and Shardul Bhardwaj.
At the heart of "Maa Behen" is Rekha, a mother who's already juggling enough until life throws her the ultimate curveball, a dead body in her kitchen. With her two daughters, Jaya, the responsible one, and Sushma, the wild card, this trio must think fast, lie faster, and somehow keep their nosy neighbors from sniffing out the truth.
Madhuri's latest film also includes Mrs. Deshpande directed by Nagesh Kukunoor. In which, she was seen playing a serial killer.
It follows a police, who investigates the case of a copycat killer; to uncover the mystery of the crimes, they approach the imprisoned serial killer, whose methods are being mimicked.
Talking about the actress, Madhuri, one of Bollywood's best dancers, has appeared in over 70 Hindi films, attaining nationwide stardom that influenced Indian popular culture. She was credited for singularly paralleling her male contemporaries by leading star vehicles in a male-dominated industry.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Finally someone said it! Bollywood used to be all about message-heavy films that felt like lectures. Now we have Madhuri ji proving that humor can tackle serious topics without being preachy. That dead body in the kitchen premise is hilarious and relatable — reminds me of those chaotic family moments we all have. Can't wait to see her and Triptii together!
I've always admired how Bollywood blends entertainment with social issues. Madhuri Dixit is a legend — she's been doing this for decades. 'Maa Behen' seems like a clever satire on family dynamics and societal expectations. The fact that she's also playing a serial killer in another film shows her versatility. Streaming on Netflix makes it accessible globally too, which is great.
Honestly, I appreciate Madhuri ji's point but sometimes films can be too subtle. We need that directness too — not everything has to be wrapped in humor. But yes, 'Maa Behen' sounds unique with its dark comedy angle, and Triptii Dimri is a great addition. Let's see if it strikes the right balance between laughs and reflection. 😊
Madhuri Dixit is timeless! From 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun' to now 'Maa Behen', she keeps reinventing herself. This quote is so true — Indian audiences love entertainment that makes us think but also laugh. The premise with a dead body in the kitchen is so desi, reminds me of those funny family secrets that everyone knows but no one admits. Perfect for a Netflix binge!
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