As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, the country is working towards becoming a Viksit Bharat. Celebrities share how the entertainm...
As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, the country is working towards becoming a Viksit Bharat. Celebrities share how the entertainment industry can contribute to it and what independence truly means to them:
Nikhil Nanda
The best that India has done is create international cinema, but at 1/10
the cost, this would go a long way toward creating India’s help for outsourcing
the technology for an enhanced cinematic experience. Bharat's real treasure is
its culture and heritage, and cinema is a super powerful tool to ensure the
same reaches out to the masses in the most effective way. Bharat is the only
country in the world that gives real freedom in terms of ensuring we can do and
practice as we like and say as we feel appropriate.
Ekta Tiwari
My idea of being and living in an independent India is very simple: be
unbiased, be liberated, and don't cross anyone's belief system and ideology.
When you practice this way of life, in real life, you live and let live
independently. And this can happen in India. So it's the real responsibility of
our entertainment industry to make and create content that is truthfully,
respectfully, and entertaining at the same time. Vikshit Bharat is not just a
word, but if you check our history, we were, we are, and we will be Viksit
Bharat. Knowledge, infrastructure, technology, etc. were all taken out of
Bharat and tried to vanish from here. And now, when it's coming back to us from
anywhere in any form, the upcoming generation thinks it's from others. But they
don't know real history. That's where our industry comes in with a lot of
responsibility.
Sherleen Dutt
Living in India, independence to me means being able to follow my
dreams, voice my opinions without fear, and contribute to the growth of our
society. It's the liberty to be true to myself, embrace my individuality, and
work towards a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. This sense
of independence empowers me to not only grow personally but also to be a part
of the nation's journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat.
Shivangi Verma
For me, feeling truly independent in India means having the freedom to
express oneself and pursue dreams. It’s about the opportunity to contribute to
the country's progress and live in a society where everyone’s voice
matters.
Rushad Rana
In a country like India, where cinema and television have such a massive
reach, we have a responsibility to use this platform to promote progressive
values, educate, and motivate people towards positive change. Movies like Dear
Zindagi address mental health in a relatable and compassionate manner. The film
highlighted the importance of physical fitness and well-being. Dangal has
inspired many young girls to pursue sports and has encouraged greater
acceptance of women in competitive fields. It's about being able to make my own
choices and having the opportunity to grow and succeed. I feel truly
independent when I see the diversity around me being celebrated, when I can
voice my opinions openly, and when I witness the progress our society is making
towards equality and justice.
Manmohan Tiwari
If the people of our country do not awaken and become mentally strong,
how will they contribute to the development of the nation? So, I believe that
education, parents, and books play significant roles, but cinema has an even
bigger role. Because we watch a lot of TV, children are born with mobile phones
in their hands; they have TV. They don't even eat without watching TV. In such
a scenario, what they watch, what we show them, and the kind of cinema,
serials, or web series they watch have a big impact. If people can start
parting their hair in the middle after watching Salman Khan, and a large
population can do this for a long time; if people can start wearing bell-bottom
pants after watching Amitabh Bachchan or skinny pants after watching Jeetendra;
if people can get inspired to dance after watching Hrithik Roshan; if people
start learning karate after watching Akshay Kumar, then it's clear that cinema
has a huge impact. I've always said that mental growth comes first, then
physical. A confident person can do any job, whether they are a politician, an
engineer, or a doctor.
Nivedita Basu
I think what India has done in the past 10 years is amazing. Suddenly
there is a wave of desh bhakti, and when it comes to sports on an international
level and education-wise,. I think of free thought and free expression of
speech. Showing what you thought in this free India without any introspection.
There have been shows and series that talk about nationalism, independent
India, freedom fighters, and struggles. The leaders, which we didn’t know about
earlier, because everyone is not accustomed to books, it is easier for everyone
to visualize those times through movies. Social media is a huge tool. There is
so much content that has been made, which raises so much awareness. I think all
that together is contributing hugely to an independent India.
Chitra Vakil Sharma
As a producer, I've always believed that films and television have the
incredible ability to influence mindsets and inspire action. We tell stories
that resonate with people's lives, dreams, and struggles, and through these
narratives, we can promote progressive values, encourage critical thinking, and
foster a spirit of innovation and inclusivity. As we move towards a
"Viksit Bharat," our industry plays a pivotal role in shaping
perceptions and aspirations, ultimately contributing to a more enlightened and
forward-thinking society. As content creators, we have the responsibility to
celebrate our rich heritage while also challenging outdated norms and
stereotypes. By doing so, we can promote a more inclusive and progressive
India, where every voice is heard, and every story is valued. It's about
creating content that not only entertains but also empowers and enlightens.
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