Farhan Akhtar Backs Aanand L Rai in Raanjhanaa AI Resurrection Debate

Filmmaker Farhan Akhtar has voiced his support for director Aanand L Rai amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding the AI-reimagined ending of the 2013 romantic drama, Raanjhanaa.

AI Rewrites Raanjhanaa’s Tragic Climax

The original film concluded with Dhanush’s character, Kundan, tragically dying after being shot, leaving Zoya (Sonam Kapoor) heartbroken. However, a new AI-generated version offers a different outcome: Kundan survives and wakes up in a hospital, altering the film’s core emotional impact.

Fans Divided Over AI’s Creative License

This change has sparked a heated debate amongst fans, with some intrigued by the alternate ending and others criticizing the alteration of the original narrative. The core question remains: Does AI have the right to rewrite established narratives, especially those with significant emotional resonance for audiences?

Akhtar’s support for Rai adds another layer to the conversation, highlighting the complexities of artistic freedom in the age of AI.