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Director Tigmanshu Dhulia Criticises ‘Mirzapur’ for Over‑dramatizing Hindi Hinterland
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 05:16 AM
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Director Tigmanshu Dhulia says the Amazon series 'Mirzapur' exaggerates the Hindi hinterland and does not reflect its reality.
Director Tigmanshu Dhulia, known for films such as "Gulaal" and "Paan Singh Tomar", said the Amazon Prime series "Mirzapur" offers a distorted picture of life in the Hindi heartland.
Speaking at a recent media interaction, Dhulia argued that the show's violent and criminal narrative greatly exaggerates everyday realities of towns and villages in Uttar Pradesh and surrounding regions, risking the reinforcement of stereotypes.
He added that while creative liberties are a part of storytelling, filmmakers should balance drama with authenticity, especially when portraying cultures often misunderstood by a national audience.
Dhuli a's remarks come amid ongoing debates about the social impact of popular streaming content, with some critics calling for greater responsibility from creators.
Speaking at a recent media interaction, Dhulia argued that the show's violent and criminal narrative greatly exaggerates everyday realities of towns and villages in Uttar Pradesh and surrounding regions, risking the reinforcement of stereotypes.
He added that while creative liberties are a part of storytelling, filmmakers should balance drama with authenticity, especially when portraying cultures often misunderstood by a national audience.
Dhuli a's remarks come amid ongoing debates about the social impact of popular streaming content, with some critics calling for greater responsibility from creators.