Pawan Kalyan, a prominent Telugu actor, has come down heavily on Tamil Nadu’s opposition to Hindi, questioning the state’s stance and its practice of dubbing Tamil films into Hindi for release in Hindi-speaking regions. Speaking at the Jana Sena formation day event, Kalyan expressed concern over the contradictions in Tamil Nadu’s policies, asking, “They say Hindi is being imposed on them, but aren’t all Indian languages a part of our culture?” He drew from his personal experiences, revealing that he faced discrimination during his time studying in Chennai. Kalyan pointed out the irony, saying, “Tamil Nadu rejects Hindi, yet their films are dubbed into Hindi and appreciated by audiences in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh. If they don’t want Hindi, why do they dub their films into the language?”
Kalyan’s comments have sparked a debate, especially in the context of the ongoing discussion about imposing Hindi on non-Hindi speaking states. The actor-politician, who was last seen in the action drama “Bhro”, which failed to impress critics, receiving only 2 out of 5 stars from ETimes, has been quite active in Andhra Pradesh’s politics despite mixed reviews for his recent films. His upcoming film, “Hari Hara Veera Mallu”, is set to release on May 9 this year, as announced by the makers.
Pawan Kalyan Stands Up for Hindi
Kalyan’s statement has brought attention to the paradoxical stance of some Tamil politicians who oppose Hindi but are willing to dub their films into the language for financial gains. He questioned the logic behind this approach, saying, “They want money from Bollywood but refuse to accept Hindi; what kind of argument is this?” The actor’s comments have ignited a conversation about the importance of embracing all Indian languages and cultures.
Discrimination Against Hindi: A Concern
Kalyan’s personal anecdotes and concerns about the treatment of Hindi in non-Hindi speaking states have resonated with many. He emphasized the need to recognize the value of all Indian languages, stating, “I don’t understand why some people criticize Sanskrit. Tamil Nadu politicians oppose Hindi, but they allow their films to be dubbed into Hindi for monetary benefits. This contradictory stance is puzzling.” As the debate continues, Kalyan’s comments serve as a reminder of the importance of linguistic diversity and the need for mutual respect among different language-speaking communities in India.