Ishaan Khatter Admits Watching, Emphatising With Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh Was NOT Easy; Says, “Seeing All The Red Flags Laid Out…”

Ishaan Khatter reflects on the divisive reception of Kabir Singh, acknowledging its problematic aspects while praising Shahid Kapoor’s nuanced performance. The film sparked intense reactions from viewers—some appreciated it, while others criticised Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s portrayal for its misogyny. In a recent interview, Ishaan shared his thoughts on the movie, admitting that watching the character’s red flags was challenging.

Ishaan Khatter ADMITS Watching Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh Wasn’t Easy

During a conversation with Zoom, Ishaan Khatter mentioned that the diverse opinions about Kabir Singh stemmed from a passionate audience interested in bold cinema. He emphasised that the debates it sparked were valuable discussions that needed to take place.“Not only as a brother, but also as an actor, I saw the layers Shahid brought to that part. It’s not easy to watch a character like that, let alone empathise with. While seeing all the red flags laid out in front of you, it’s undeniable there was a large audience who loved that work and the film,” Ishaan said.

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At the same time, he offered his perspective as an actor, providing constructive criticism of the film. “He deserved the love for the work he put in and what he was able to bring to the character. I’d go as far as to say he brought layers, a certain dignity, a righteousness, and at the same time, a brokenness to a character that only an actor of that calibre can. I’m very proud of him and look up to him. He puts his heart and soul into his work,” he added.

About Ishaan’s Recent Projects

Additionally, Ishaan’s directorial debut, Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, premiered in the Un Certain Regard section at the recently concluded Cannes Film Festival. The film, starring Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, received a nine-minute standing ovation from the audience. Ishaan also appeared in Netflix’s The Royals alongside Bhumi Pednekar, which garnered mixed reviews from viewers.

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