What inspired Harshvardhan Rane's portrayal of the male lead in Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat?

Harshvardhan Rane took inspiration from a quote by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who said, "Even when I am bad, I'll make you love me."

Why did Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat receive an 'A' rating from the censor board?

Zaveri explains that the 'A' rating was due to the interval block scene, which he was unable to get changed despite his best efforts.

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'Flawed Heroes' Reign in Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, Says Director Milap Zaveri

Q: How does Milap Zaveri, the director of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, justify the film's controversial male protagonist?

Zaveri states that this is the era of flawed heroes like Animal and Kabir Singh, where audiences have accepted such characters with open hearts, even though they are flawed.

25 Oct, 2025

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Summary

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat faces criticism for male protagonist's actions
Director Milap Zaveri defends the flawed hero, citing audience acceptance of similar characters
Actor Harshvardhan Rane drew inspiration from Shah Rukh Khan's quote on making 'bad' characters lovable

As of 2025-10-25, the Diwali release Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat has managed to be a big hit, but a section of the audience has had reservations with the actions of the male protagonist and how he goes all out to win the girl he loves, even though she is not interested in him.

In an exclusive interview, writer-director Milap Zaveri addresses the criticism. He acknowledges that there would be diverse views, but states that this is the era of films like Animal and Kabir Singh, where audiences have accepted such flawed characters with open hearts. Zaveri explains that even though these protagonists are flawed, their heart is in the right place.