Shahid Kapoor- Kiara Advani starrer Kabir Singh is continuously grabbing headlines for the obvious reasons now. For those uninitiated, the film was in the controversies for several reasons, including the misogynist character, storyline and the defensive statements by the makers. It sure was a blockbuster but left the fans and the industry divided. Now, even Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has opined on this major flak received by Kabir Singh director Sandeep Reddy and Shahid. Saif Ali Khan Reveals He Was Offered a Role in Homeland, Sara Ali Khan Helped Him Prepare.

In an interview with Zoom, he spoke on whether he chooses his the roles keeping in mind whether they are socially responsible, especially with all the flak received by Kabir Singh cast. On this, he said, “I’ve never been aware of the social and political ramifications or the effect of this role in society. I have never thought of that. I have only thought of the dramatic potential and interest in the story. Maybe, I should have.” He also further added that how he was offered Batla House before John Abraham and how someone said they were glad he did not do that movie, quoting a religious context.

He further added, “I have never thought that. I don’t go there as an actor. If something misogynistic or anything…I think it depends on whether it turns me on as a script or not. I mean of course, if it is blatantly, socially irresponsible, maybe it would not appeal to me. Or maybe, the situation the guy is in would not be the situation I would enjoy performing. So, that why we are all different.” Shahid Kapoor Asks Why No One Targets Shah Rukh Khan's Baazigar but His Kabir Singh: These Reasons Might Help Him Find His Answer!.

He also added that as an actor he would just see whether the scene had a dramatic potential in it, and he would do it or if the audience loves it. On the work front, he will be next seen in Laal Kaptaan.

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