Bharadwaj Defends Swear Words as 'Poetry' in Cinema

Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj has advocated for the uncensored use of swear words in cinema, suggesting they can be poetic when used appropriately. He believes that films should reflect society's realities, including its use of language, and that censoring abusive terms is hypocritical given their prevalence in everyday life.

Bhardwaj recounted convincing veteran actress Farida Jalal to use abusive language in his upcoming film, O'Romeo. He explained that the character required such dialogue to portray a dynamic of power and vulnerability, which Jalal executed with intensity, leading to a viral moment.

Reflecting on his personal experiences, Bhardwaj highlighted the strength of women, drawing from his childhood observations of dominant female figures in his family. He believes women are inherently stronger and more composed than men. He also described O'Romeo as a love story set against a violent backdrop, releasing on February 13.