Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who directs intense films such as Kabir Singh and Animal, has never been a point of debate ever since he depicted violent and deep characters. Shahid Kapoor-starrer Kabir Singh was a huge hit but received huge criticism for portraying toxic masculinity and erratic behavior. Sandeep remains firm in his decisions despite the criticism, justifying his characters as being true representations of human nature. He feels these depictions are integral to the narratives he wishes to present, and they appeal to a broad audience, even though they have been severely criticized by some quarters of the public.
The Kabir Singh Cameo in Animal
Sandeep recently spoke about how he had originally intended to feature a cameo of Shahid Kapoor’s legendary character, Kabir Singh, in his new venture, Animal, featuring Ranbir Kapoor. The cameo would have been staged during a sequence of hospitalization, but Sandeep shelved the plan, believing the cameo would “lighten” the dark atmosphere of the movie. His shelving of the cameo is proof of the director’s dedication to keeping the Animal tone without overdosing it on references to the previous films.
Rejection by Bollywood Production Houses
Sandeep also narrated a disturbing incident in which a prominent Bollywood production house allegedly rejected an actor who had worked with him earlier on Kabir Singh. The director was angry about the incident and questioned the practices of the industry and whether big stars like Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna would be treated the same way. His remarks highlight the difficulties and prejudices faced by directors, particularly when their films are controversial.
Future Projects: Spirit and Animal Park
Even with the controversies over his movies, Sandeep Reddy Vanga continues to be a force in Bollywood. He has some hot new projects in the pipeline, including Spirit and Animal Park, which will star Ranbir Kapoor in main roles. These movies are likely to see him carry on with exploring dark, complex characters and daring storytelling.
