Atlee answers the question why Hindi films are not accepted by the southern audience

Renowned Tamil director Atlee Kumar is currently basking in the success of his 2023 blockbuster Jawan starring Shah Rukh Khan and Nayantara. The film was hailed as one of the most beautiful and majestic depictions of King Khan in recent years.

Atlee also said that if there is something bigger than Jawan for Badshah in Bollywood, he will definitely come back again. In a recent update, Atlee expressed his thoughts on the term pan-Indian films and shared his views on the current scenario.

Atlee talks about pan-Indian films and stars

During an interactive session at the ABP conclave, director Mersal was asked why South Indian audiences are not accepting Hindi films and when will this trend change. Atlee smiled gently and said: “Frankly, Sholay is a very well-received film across the country. I think the recognition will be handled differently.”

He further added, “It’s not that people in the south don’t watch Hindi movies. We watched all Shah Rukh Sir’s movies, all Salman Sir’s movies, all Hrithik Sir’s movies. “3 Idiots” is the biggest hit in the South. So I think that no matter what good content comes along, everyone looks at it as a professional person in the movie fraternity and in the movie industry. does not like the term pan-India.”

He went on to say, “India and unity and diversity are one and language is just a means of communication and not knowledge. Therefore, all the movies that everyone is watching, for example KGF, are one of the biggest in the world. It has become a hit movie. We don’t know who Yash is in Hindi movies, but after KGF, Yash has been a part of Indian superstars, Allu Arjun Sir Pushpa, Vijay Sir’s Leo, etc. So, I I think we all want to call ourselves Indian films and Indian filmmakers, never pan-Indian films or crossover films.”

Atlee expresses excitement about future collaborations

Director Atlee also expressed his love for collaborating with director Shah Rukh Khan on his fifth directorial project, saying, “I love all his films and have worked with him on films such as ‘DDLJ’, ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’. ‘, ‘Om Shanti Om’, ‘Chennai Express’, the list goes on and on. For me,” he said. , he is the face of Indian cinema to the world. So, it is my dream to work with Shah Rukh sir. Fortunately, I was able to make it happen in my fifth movie. God was kind and I think I justified it.” ”

Further, when asked about working with Shah Rukh Khan again in the future, director Teli added, “I will definitely surprise you, I will keep my promise, I will give something bigger than the jawan and I will go to him.” Ta. “Of course. I’ll narrate it if he wants, but that’s definitely going to happen.”

Utley concluded his statement by saying, “I know he loves me very much… He’s a different person. He always gives me the energy to move forward. He’s the best I’ve ever seen in my life. Thank you, Shah Rukh sir.” If I solve something bigger than Jawan, I will come to you. I will definitely come to you. ”

About Jawan

Jawan had an amazing star cast including nayantaraVijay Sethupathi, Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra, Sunil Grover, deepika padukone With a special cameo appearance. The film was bankrolled by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment and the music was directed by Anirudh Ravichander. Directed by Atlee, it was released theatrically on September 7, 2023 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

Atlee’s upcoming movies

Atlee is currently gearing up for its second Bollywood film, Baby John, starring Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh and Vamiqa Gabi in important roles. The new action thriller, directed by Calise and co-financed by Atlee and Murad Khetani, is scheduled to be released in theaters worldwide on May 31, 2024.

For those who don’t know, Baby John is a remake of the 2016 blockbuster entertainer Teri, which starred Thalapathy Vijay, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Amy Jackson in the lead roles. The film was directed by Atlee himself and the music was composed by GV Prakash.