Karan Johar and Vijay Deverakonda discuss Bollywood vs South cinema debate; know what both of them said

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During the current World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in Mumbai, one of the buzzworthy discussions centered around the perceived rift between South Indian cinema and Bollywood. This debate gathered filmmaker Karan Johar, actor Vijay Deverakonda, and Kareena Kapoor Khan, and soon evolved into a powerful plea for unity among all Indian film industries.

In the role of moderator, Karan Johar brought up the persistent comparison between the two regional film industries during the session, and he posed this to Deverakonda: “I have a feeling that your cinema is indeed grand, and I’m sure we could have an intriguing conversation about whether South cinema surpasses Hindi cinema. However, such discussions tend to create division among us.” This statement opened the door for a broader discussion—the cinematic landscape in India should not be confined by regional borders.

In my expertise as a lifestyle enthusiast, I wholeheartedly stress the significance of shared identity within the realm of cinema. It’s crucial to view it as one entity – Indian cinema. We, as creators and viewers alike, are not fragmented by geographical boundaries; we are all part of this magnificent cinematic tapestry. Labeling ourselves as North or South only serves to dilute the powerful impact that our collective efforts have on shaping the essence of cinema.

I also find it disheartening when the media contributes to this division, often posing questions that pit one industry against another. As I see it, such actions serve to fragment us rather than unite us. In my opinion, “when you divide us, you weaken us.” Let’s strive for unity and collaboration in our shared love for cinema.

As a devoted admirer and representative of the Telugu film industry, I find myself in agreement with the notion that the South-North debate doesn’t really contribute to the enrichment of our craft. To put it simply, while it may generate intriguing headlines, it’s not particularly beneficial for the progression of cinema.

Instead, I firmly believe that the future of Indian cinema lies in collaboration, not competition. We must strive to work together and expand the reach of our stories if we are to truly compete with global giants. The key to success is unity, not division.

He used examples of recent blockbuster movies to strengthen his argument: “King Khan’s latest movie grossed over 1000 crores at the box office, and then Allu Arjun’s film did the same. Imagine the impact if they starred in a single film together!” Vijay thinks that such collaborations could foster unity among viewers nationwide and make a more profound cultural statement.

Kareena Kapoor Khan showed her excitement for the project, while Karan brought up the upcoming blockbuster collaboration in War 2, involving Jr NTR, Hrithik Roshan, and Kiara Advani. He emphasized, “This isn’t just about a brand or sequel; it’s about the immense star power… it’s monumental.” The film, slated for release on August 15, is being viewed as a testament to cross-industry collaborations growing in strength.

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2025-05-03 03:07