25/08/2025
READERS, READ THIS!
The storm over The Kerala Story at the 71st National Film Awards is not just about one film!
It’s about a monopoly of narratives in Indian cinema, where Hindu culture was often painted as regressive, while uncomfortable truths about others remained untouched.
Now, when a film dares to show the other side, outrage erupts. But is this the first time awards have gone to controversial films? Certainly not.
History is full of examples…
To know which films shaped this selective storytelling, check the link in the comments.