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VFX Pros Defend 'Ramayana' Amidst Online Backlash
31 Oct
Summary
- VFX supervisors back Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana' film.
- They emphasize supporting large-scale Indian cinema projects.
- Comparisons to Marvel films are unrealistic due to budget differences.
Visual effects supervisors Yashoda Parthasarthy and Vijesh Rajan have publicly supported the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer 'Ramayana,' addressing recent online criticism of its visual effects. The acclaimed duo, recognized for their work on projects like 'Sacred Games' and 'Farzi,' believe that films of this scale are vital for elevating Indian cinema's global presence. They emphasized that projects like 'Ramayana,' boasting a massive budget and international collaborations, deserve audience backing.
Parthasarthy and Rajan highlighted the significant work and resources required to achieve photorealistic visual effects, drawing attention to the vast budget differences when comparing Indian productions to Hollywood's Marvel films. They argued that a lack of understanding and empathy often fuels unfair criticism. Supporting such large-scale artistic endeavors, they stated, opens doors for more Indian filmmakers to reach international audiences, marking a significant step forward for the industry.
The supervisors stressed that while constructive criticism is valid, the prevalence of trolling and targeted campaigns against the film is detrimental. They called for greater empathy towards the thousands of artists and technicians who contribute to these productions. Their latest short film, 'Aakhri Ride,' presented by Anurag Kashyap and Vasan Bala, is set to release on YouTube on October 31.
