Dialogue writer Manoj Muntashir has finally broken his silence to express deep regret, three years after the massive controversy surrounding the mythological film Adipurush. Released in 2023, the modern adaptation of the epic Ramayana faced severe public backlash for its contemporary dialogue delivery and visual effects. Reflecting on the intense nationwide criticism, Muntashir openly confessed his lapses in judgment and extended a sincere apology to the audience for hurting their sentiments.
Manoj Muntashir Breaks Silence On Adipurush Three Years Later
The backlash against Adipurush did not start after it hit the screens; viewers began expressing strong disapproval right from the launch of its initial trailer. In a recent interview with Times Now, Manoj Muntashir opened up about the intense anxiety his family faced during that period.
He shared that nearly six months prior to the theatrical release, social media was already flooded with immense trolling directed toward the filmmakers. The writer revealed that his wife was deeply terrified that if he actively defended the creators, he would inadvertently transform into the public face of the entire nationwide protest.
Manoj Muntashir’s Deep Regret Over Dialogue Choices
Looking back at the creative choices that defined the project, the lyricist-writer admitted that it took him some time to comprehend the gravity of the public fury. He stated that the project eventually taught him a painful lesson.
Expressing his deep remorse, Muntashir stated, "Initially, I was a bit sad. It took me two days to understand what happened. Later I understood that this film was the biggest mistake of my life, and defending it was an even bigger mistake. I feel very ashamed of everything that happened regarding the film. I apologize to this country for whatever occurred. Now when I look back, I feel ashamed of what I wrote. I don’t know what I was thinking while writing."
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About Film Adipurush
Directed by Om Raut, Adipurush was mounted on an astronomical budget of approximately Rs 600 crore. The star-studded ensemble cast featured Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Saif Ali Khan, Sunny Singh, and Devdatta Nage in lead roles.
Despite the heavy critical panning and relentless protests over its modernised narrative style, the cinematic venture still managed to accumulate around Rs 390 crore at the global box office. However, the commercial returns could not salvage the damaged reputation of its core creative team.