Actress Zoya Afroz, currently riding high on the success of web series ‘Taskari’, graced the screening of silent film ‘Gandhi Talks’ and used the platform to address industry myths head-on. Composed by A.R. Rahman, the film’s event became a forum for Zoya’s candid revelations.
Countering A.R. Rahman’s statements on communal tensions, Zoya told IANS, ‘Religion has never been an obstacle in my professional path, and I trust it won’t be. India’s beauty lies in its unity amidst diversity – let’s cherish it always.’
On cinema’s societal duty, she added thoughtfully, ‘Films mirror real life authentically. They shouldn’t be forced on inappropriate audiences, hence the need for robust certification mechanisms that we must protect.’
Kishore Belhekar’s ‘Gandhi Talks’ masterfully highlights the paradox of Gandhi’s image adorning banknotes while his ideals fade. The narrative tracks a financially strained young man’s chaotic encounter with a thief, employing satire to dissect corruption in values and society at large.
With a stellar lineup including Aditi Rao Hydari, Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swamy, and Siddharth Jadhav, the film stands out for its innovative silent storytelling, urging viewers to reflect on enduring principles in a materialistic world.