Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor’s latest movie, Bawaal, finds itself embroiled in controversy for allegedly trivializing the Holocaust of Jews in Germany. The Israeli Embassy in India has expressed its concern about the “trivialisation” of the suffering endured by millions during that dark period in history.
Taking to Twitter, the Israeli embassy shared its perspective on the matter, stating, “The Israeli embassy is disturbed by the trivialisation of the significance of the Holocaust in the recent movie ‘Bawaal’. There was a poor choice in the utilization of some terminology in the movie, and though we assume no malice was intended, we urge everyone who may not be fully aware of the horrors of the Holocaust to educate themselves about it.”
The embassy further explained its commitment to promoting educational materials about the Holocaust, recognizing its importance as a crucial subject that holds universal lessons. It also expressed its willingness to engage in conversations with individuals to foster a better understanding of this historical tragedy.
As for the movie, Bawaal, directed by Nitesh Tiwari of Dangal fame, takes audiences on a captivating journey with Ajay Dixit (played by Dhawan), a high school history teacher, and his wife Nisha (portrayed by Jahnvi Kapoor). The couple embarks on a remarkable Europe tour, where they visit significant World War 2 sites, including Auschwitz and Anne Frank’s home in Amsterdam.
The film revolves around the couple’s relationship and explores how they strengthen their bond while delving into the Holocaust of World War 2 through several scenes. However, it appears that the movie’s portrayal of the historical events has sparked concerns and discussions about the sensitivity and accuracy with which such tragic events should be depicted on screen.