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Review: Under the guise of sex and female pleasure, “Thank You For Coming” sets a number of firsts for Hindi cinema.

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Review: Under the guise of sex and female pleasure, “Thank You For Coming” sets a number of firsts for Hindi cinema.

The landscape of Hindi cinema has been evolving over the years, embracing new themes and narratives that challenge traditional norms. “Thank You For Coming,” the latest addition to this cinematic transformation, sets numerous firsts for the industry. Under the guise of exploring sex and female pleasure, this film not only pushes boundaries but also sparks important conversations about sexuality, consent, and women’s empowerment in a country known for its conservative social values.

A Bold Exploration of Female Pleasure

“Thank You For Coming” takes a bold and unapologetic dive into the realm of female pleasure. The film offers a refreshing perspective on sexuality, challenging the age-old stereotypes and taboos that have long shrouded discussions around this topic in India. It sheds light on a woman’s right to sexual satisfaction and her agency in pursuing it, breaking free from the patriarchal confines that often dictate her choices.

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Breaking Stereotypes

One of the most notable firsts of this film is its portrayal of female characters who are unabashedly in control of their sexual desires. The lead characters are not passive objects of desire but active participants who own their sexuality. This groundbreaking portrayal subverts conventional gender roles and empowers women to embrace their desires without shame.

Consent as a Central Theme

“Thank You For Coming” also puts a strong emphasis on the importance of consent. In a society where conversations around consent have often been lacking, the film underscores that consent is a fundamental aspect of any sexual encounter. It portrays meaningful and nuanced discussions on the subject, educating the audience about the significance of enthusiastic and informed consent.

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A Shift in Bollywood Narratives

While Bollywood has been inching toward more progressive narratives in recent years, “Thank You For Coming” marks a significant leap forward. It serves as a trailblazer, opening doors for more films that challenge societal norms and foster discussions on sexuality, agency, and empowerment.

A Call for Open Dialogue

The film’s impact goes beyond the silver screen. It acts as a catalyst for much-needed conversations about sex education, consent, and women’s rights in India. It encourages viewers to question the prevailing norms and engage in constructive dialogues about these crucial issues.

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“Thank You For Coming” – A Groundbreaking Milestone for Hindi Cinema

“Thank You For Coming” is a groundbreaking milestone for Hindi cinema, setting numerous firsts in its exploration of sex and female pleasure. It challenges societal norms, stereotypes, and taboos, and encourages open discussions about sexuality and consent. As the film paves the way for more progressive narratives in Bollywood, it also plays a vital role in promoting women’s empowerment and the importance of informed consent in intimate relationships. By pushing boundaries and sparking important conversations, “Thank You For Coming” is more than just a movie; it’s a cultural catalyst for change in Indian society.

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Kareena Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Rajkummar Rao, Shabana Azmi reveal their favourite 2024 Indian movies

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Kareena Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Rajkummar Rao, Shabana Azmi reveal their favourite 2024 Indian movies

Vijay Sethupathi’s Tamil action thriller Maharaja and Kunal Kemmu’s Bollywood buddy comedy Madgaon Express seem to be 2024’s favourites.
It’s almost the end of the year, and your favourite Indian actors have picked the films from 2024 that inspired or moved them. In an interview to The Hollywood Reporter IndiaKareena Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Rajkummar Rao, Shabana Azmi, Kani Kusruti, Anna Ben, and Pratik Gandhi recommend their favourite Indian movies of this year. (Also Read: Kareena Kapoor fans call out Pakistani actor Khaqan Shahnawaz for ‘age shaming’ after he jokes he can ‘play her son’)

Kareena Kapoor

From the three films Kareena picked, the first one was her Laal Singh Chaddha co-producer Kiran Rao’s “beautifully directed” Laapataa Ladies, which was selected as India’s official entry for the Oscars. However, it didn’t make it to the shortlist. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, it stars newcomers Pratibha Ranta, Nitanshi Goyal, and Sparsh Srivastava, along with Ravi Kishan.

Kareena also picked her brother-in-law Kunal Kemmu’s “supremely funny” directorial debut, blockbuster buddy comedy Madgaon Express, starring Pratik Gandhi, Avinash Tiwary, and Divyenndu. Her third pick was her own film, Hansal Mehta’s crime thriller The Buckingham Murders. Kareena said “she’s biased, but actually not biased because I think it was brave to make the film 70% in English and 30% in Hindi.”

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Vicky Kaushal

Vicky picked Amar Kaushik’s horror comedy Stree 2, which became the only Hindi film to cross ₹600 crore at the Indian box office. It stars Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor among others. His favourites also included two South movies – Nithilan Saminathan’s Tamil action thriller Maharaja, starring Vijay Sethupathi–and Chidambaram S. Poduval’s Malayalam survival thriller Manjummel Boys. Vicky claimed that these are the only three films he’s seen this year.

Rajkummar Rao

The Stree 2 actor also picked Madgaon Express, along with C Prem Kumar’s Tamil dramedy Meiyazhagan, starring Karthi and Aravind Swamy, and Blessy’s Aadujeevitham: The Goat Life, adding that Prithviraj Sukumaran’s performance in the Malayalam survival drama was “mindblowing.”

Pratik Gandhi

The Madgaon Express actor’s list incluced Payal Kapadia’s Golden Globe-nominated bilingual film All We Imagine As Light, his Scam 1992 and Gandhi director Hansal Mehta’s The Buckingham Murders, and Maharaja.

Shabana Azmi

The veteran actor said she “absolutely loved” Shuchi Talati’s coming-of-age film Girls Will Be Girls, streaming on Prime Video India. It marks the production debut of Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal’s banner Pushing Buttons Films. “The awakening of this girl’s sexuality is done without the slightest exploitation or vicariousness.”

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Anna Ben

Anna also picked Girls Will Be Girls, “an absolutely wonderful film,” along with Rahul Sadasivan’s Malayalam period folk horror film Brahmayugam, starring Mammootty, and Maharaja.

Kani Kusruti

The All We Imagine As Light and Girls Will Be Girls actor listed Christo Tomy’s Malayalam film Ullozhukku, starring Parvathy and Urvsashi, Anand Ekarshi’s Malayalam film Aattam, and the yet-unreleased Sister Midnight, Karan Kandhari’s genre-bending comedy starring Radhika Apte.

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