This isn’t the first time that a Hindi flick is dealing with such an issue. Last five years have seen several Hindi films which have not only dealt with lesser-known ailments, but also sensitized people towards those who suffer from such diseases. So if SRK was shown as a victim of Asperger's syndrome, Aamir Khan managed to leave a long-lasting impact on the minds of viewers by dealing with the problems of dyslexic children in Taare Zameen Par. Similarly, Amitabh Bachchan created awareness about Progeria, a rare genetic disorder through Paa; Hrithik Roshan helped people realize what paraplegia was all about in Guzaarish; Ghajini explored the life of a rich entrepreneur who develops anterograde amnesia and Krazzy 4 had Warsi playing a schizophrenic. With each flick, a strong message was spread – deal with victims in a sensitive way.
If Vikas’ project will be able to do leave a strong impact is unclear. Or let’s say, it is too early to comment. For it is expected to be an out-and-out masala film. Scriptwriter Sanjay Chel has been quoted as saying, “It is a sensitive subject but there have been fun films like Stuck on You in the past. I had seen the film long back and our film has nothing to do with it. The whole idea is to put together two different sides of interesting characters and see what happens. It will be a commercial, edgy, fun film and that's all I can say at the moment.”
While Sanjay’s take on issue might sound exciting to those from the fraternity, we aren’t too sure if it will be accepted in the same way by the audience. What about the families of those who suffer from such ailments in reality? Since they are aware of the formidable problems they face while dealing with victims, will a humorous take not worsen their situation? Well, as long as humor doesn’t offend anyone or filmmakers don’t take a dig at those struggling with such situations, viewers will enjoy watching such flicks. Wotsay?
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