Hema Malini Praises Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947 Message
Veteran actress Hema Malini lauds Batwara 1947 for its message that humanity and harmony matter more than hatred, praising the cast and crew.
Mumbai, August 17 — Veteran actress and BJP MP Hema Malini has praised Sunny Deol’s recently released period drama Batwara 1947.
On Monday, the actor took to her official handle on X and highlighted the film’s central message that humanity, mutual respect and harmony should take priority over hatred. She expressed hope that the movie would motivate people to be kinder towards one another.
She posted: “I watched the movie “Batwara” yday. Simply brilliant with a clear message that conveys what the nation needs today. It reminds us that humanity, mutual respect, and harmony are far more important than hatred and division. I hope this beautiful message inspires people to change their mindset and choose kindness over hate.”
Hema Malini also lauded Sunny Deol’s performance along with those of other cast members, including Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol and Preity Zinta. Extending her wishes to director Rajkumar Santoshi and producer Aamir Khan, she added: “Brilliant direction by Rajkumar Santoshi with outstanding performances by Sunny Deol and Shabana Azmi. Also in the cast with good performances were Karan Deol & Preity Zinta. Congratulations to Aamir Khan for producing a timeless film with a message that is truly the need of the hour.”
The film also features Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Singh, Khushi Hajare, Kanikka Kapur, Waseem Rajput and Isha Sandhir in significant roles.
Batwara 1947 is set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition of India. It is believed to be inspired by Asghar Wajahat’s drama Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya, O Jamya E Nai, a popular Punjabi phrase that translates to “Visiting Lahore is so fundamental that if you do not come here, it is as if you have not even been born.”
Released on August 14 during the Independence Day weekend, the movie opened to mixed reviews from critics and audiences.
