I saw the reviews. And I hadn't watched the movie, so I had decided to watch it myself and form my own opinions. But if this is what the director says then, I have no intention of watching it.
This is gross misuse of their ability to entertain and tell stories. Of creating art. What he has created is so misleading and there will always be ppl who don't know how to differentiate between reality and entertainment. And they will take inspiration from this "art" especially in a traditionally patriarchal society that is still prominent in India.
This is not a feminist rant. This is about how toxicity in relationships and treating individuals is masked whether it's race,gender,caste, sexuality and how media plays a powerful role in it. Love can not be disrespectful and hurtful at all. Relationships do not require you to have physical dominance over one another.
This is just absolutely sad and I hope this man experiences healthy and mutual love and respect.