Randeep Hooda calls boycott culture a ‘social media hoax’: ‘I have been canceled many times’

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As a dedicated follower of Randeep Hooda’s career, I find myself consistently impressed by his resilience and unwavering dedication to his craft. His recent insights at India Today Mind Rocks 2024 Youth Summit not only reaffirmed my admiration for him but also made me nod in agreement. The boycott culture, as he rightly pointed out, is a social media hoax that doesn’t dictate the success or failure of a film.

Randeep Hooda remains unfazed by the negativity surrounding him and pays no heed to the chatter on social media. During his speech at the India Today Mind Rocks 2024 Youth Summit, the actor from Highway was inquired about the influence of boycott movements on film releases. In response, Hooda emphasized that any form of popularity is beneficial for those involved in the entertainment industry.

According to Randeep Hooda, the concerning part is when no one is talking about you not when in some or the other way you’re making headlines. He added, “But that should not also be a case of just creating sensationalism. Boycott culture is a social media hoax. If you see a boycott for a film on social media, that doesn’t necessarily mean people are not going to watch it.”

Actor Randeep Hooda from the movie “Cocktail” explained that the main factor preventing audiences from watching a film is typically whether they find the trailer engaging or not, and sometimes it’s their love for the actor. He asserted that no other influence can deter them from going to the theater. Regarding boycott culture, Hooda stated that he doesn’t concern himself with it, as he has been “canceled” multiple times in the past. His resilience is reflected in his words: “I am here, bro.

48-year-old actor made their screen debut in Mira Nair’s film Monsoon Wedding, which was in Hinglish, and since then, they have directed numerous unique topics. At the recent event, Hooda expressed his thoughts on the impact of thought-provoking stories, stating, “I’ve always aimed to move beyond lighthearted films. In both India and other places, we seek entertainment that challenges our minds less.

Randeep Hooda’s debut Hindi film was D, which was followed by numerous praiseworthy roles such as Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster, Jannat 2, Jism 2, Heroine, Murder 3, Highway, Kick, Sultan, Baaghi 2, Love Aaj Kal and Extraction. Moreover, his career is also recognized for some of the most outstanding biopics, including Rang Rasiya, Main Aur Charles, and Sarbjit.

In his latest autobiographical production, titled “Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,” Randeep took on the role of the Indian freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. His portrayal in this film garnered widespread acclaim. The director and co-producer also helmed this project.

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2024-09-15 08:37