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Priyadarshan: Comedy Kings Rarely Get Respect
13 Mar
Summary
- Filmmaker Priyadarshan feels comedy directors lack respect.
- He prefers directing serious films like Kanchivaram.
- Comedy films rarely win major global awards like Oscars.
Filmmaker Priyadarshan, celebrated for Bollywood comedies such as Hera Pheri and Bhool Bhulaiyaa, has revealed a personal preference for serious storytelling. He shared in a recent interview that the lack of respect for comedy directors within the film fraternity is a persistent issue.
Priyadarshan expressed that while his comedy films have brought him widespread popularity, his passion lies in intense, meaningful cinema. He cited projects like Kanchivaram and Kaalapaani as examples of films that garner more acceptance among filmmakers.
The director further noted that this undervaluation of comedy extends globally, suggesting it's why comedy films rarely achieve top honors like Oscars. Despite this, Priyadarshan has directed over 90 films, earning National Film Awards for his serious works like Kanchivaram and Kaalapaani.
