Bachchan Defends 'Raja Shivaji' VFX Amid Criticism

Abhishek Bachchan has publicly defended the visual effects (VFX) of the Marathi film 'Raja Shivaji,' a project on which he portrays Sambhaji Shahaji Bhosale. Bachchan argued that it is unfair to compare Indian cinema's VFX capabilities with those of Hollywood due to substantial budget differences. He explained that VFX is a nuanced art form that requires ample time and significant financial resources to achieve high quality.

Bachchan pointed out that films like 'Raja Shivaji' are produced under stringent budget constraints, unlike Hollywood blockbusters which likely allocate thousands of crores solely to VFX. He emphasized that Indian films operate with a fraction of that investment, making direct competition on VFX quality impractical. The actor stressed that while ten years of dedicated VFX work could yield remarkable results, such timeframes are not feasible for Indian filmmakers due to financial limitations.

Despite the backlash concerning the VFX, Bachchan reaffirmed his admiration for director Riteish Deshmukh's vision. He stated that 'Raja Shivaji' successfully delivered its intended emotional narrative within its financial means. The actor believes that the film's core objective was met, and that the temporary noise surrounding VFX will eventually fade, leaving the film's storytelling impact to endure.