'Main Vaapas Aaunga' writer says they were careful about the depiction in partition scenes: 'There’s a balanced view, it can be rage-bait'
Nayanika Mahtani discusses the personal inspiration behind Imtiaz Ali's Partition film. Her grandparents' experiences shaped the narrative's focus on reconciliation. The film avoids divisive portrayals and emphasizes shared humanity. It also highlights the unspoken trauma and PTSD of survivors. Both sides of the border's suffering are depicted with a balanced view.
Nayanika Mahtani discusses the personal inspiration behind Imtiaz Ali's Partition film. Her grandparents' experiences shaped the narrative's focus on reconciliation. The film avoids divisive portrayals and emphasizes shared humanity. It also highlights the unspoken trauma and PTSD of survivors. Both sides of the border's suffering are depicted with a balanced view.
