A beloved film from 12 years ago is making waves again. This time, it’s not just a re-release. Fans of the movie ‘Raanjhanaa’ are buzzing about a surprising new ending. This altered climax came about with the help of artificial intelligence.
The South Indian star Dhanush led the Hindi film ‘Raanjhanaa’ when it first came out. Director Anand L. Roy was at the helm. On June 21, the film hit theaters again, but with a twist. Its original ending was completely changed by AI.
In the new version, Dhanush’s character, Kundan, does not die. This altered finale is causing quite a stir. A video from a theater in the South is now making rounds online. It shows audiences reacting to this shocking change.
Fans Go Wild for Kundan’s New Fate
The viral video shows the theater audience cheering loudly. Why? Because Kundan does not die in the AI-generated ending. He opens his eyes in a hospital bed and even stands up. His friends, Bindiya, played by Swara Bhaskar, and Murari, played by Zeeshan Ayyub, look incredibly happy. The film then shows glimpses of a young Kundan and an older Kundan in the streets of Varanasi, and then it ends. Viewers in the theater are seen whistling, clapping, and flashing their phone lights. They are clearly thrilled.
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Director Anand L. Roy Speaks Out
Not everyone is happy with this digital makeover. The film’s director, Anand L. Roy, is openly displeased with the AI-changed ending. He shared his feelings on social media. “I have no role in this,” he stated clearly. “This is not the film we wanted to make.”
He added that ‘Raanjhanaa’ was more than just a film for his team. “It was crafted by human hands,” he explained. “It was made with human flaws and true emotions.” Roy feels the new version is not a tribute. Instead, he sees it as a “hijacking.” He believes it has “snatched away the soul of the film.”
Despite the director’s strong feelings, the production company has a different view. They say they changed the ending to bring joy to the viewers. This incident highlights a growing debate. How far can AI go in reshaping stories we love?