While discussing programs like Mirzapur where profane language is prominent, Shweta Tripathi Sharma told Bollywood Bubble that their role as actors is to serve the story in a realistic way. He said that if the creators feel that language is necessary for the integrity of the character and narrative, it should be added with a clear purpose, rather than just providing entertainment or spice.
Vijay responded by expressing his personal history, stating that swearing was normalized in his family. He sees it as a true representation of how people speak in certain settings. Varma emphasized that if he were to portray his family in a film, he would retain that authenticity rather than alter it, as he believes it reflects their true essence without judgment.
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He gave details by drawing parallels to the discussions surrounding the artist Camkila‘s work, where views on obscenity varied. Varma emphasised that “Mirzapur” was a personal creation set in a particular cultural context where people spoke freely even in front of their parents. He emphasised his stance against self-censorship and moral policing, and contrasted this with the profanity commonly used in today’s media and public discourse.
