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Published 21:14 IST, January 22nd 2020

Ayushmann Khurrana says THIS is needed to normalise a sensitive subject

Ayushmann Khurrana said that You need a mass or a mainstream hero such a gripping subject in order to normalize it, on playing a homosexual character in SMZS

Reported by: Gladwin Menezes
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Ayushmann Khurrana is known for choosing roles in content-driven films. The actor has been applauded for his talent and hard work by the critics and fans as well. His recent film Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan speaks of an interesting issue related to homophobia is certain sects of the society.

Ayushmann Khurrana says You need a mass or a mainstream hero to do this subject

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The trailer for Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan came as surprise and was loved by fans who watched the film. Many members from the LGBTQ community expressed their supported praised Ayushmann for taking such a bold topic in the film. The trailer has since then crossed over 20 million views on YouTube alone and is rising every hour.

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Talking to a news publication, Khurrana mentioned that he had no apprehensions whatsoever for playing a gay character. The actor said one would need a mass or a mainstream hero to do such kind of roles in order to normalise it. The actor called himself a risk-taker and hence added that this is the perfect opportunity for him to capitalise upon. He further added by saying there is no negative side to the character and therefore he had no fear while playing the character on screen.

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The trailer of the film came with several references to movies from the past, by thus paving the way for the new era of romance in Bollywood. Ayushmann mentioned that he has high hopes for the film and expects the film to change the perception of people when it comes to homosexuality and not look upon it as a taboo subject. The actor previously had three hits in 2019 and Ayushmann mentioned in an interview that he will take it easy this year and spend some time with his family.

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However, he will be seen once again with Shoojit Sircar’s in his next film. Shoojit is known to have given Ayushmann his big break with Vicky Donor, hence fans are excited to watch the pair on the screen once again. The film has been titled Gulabo Sitabo and will feature Amitabh Bachchan as well.

21:14 IST, January 22nd 2020