Ranvir Shorey reveals he was rejected from a big-banner film for being ‘anti-govt’, ‘too vocal’ and and ‘potentially ‘controversial’: ‘The world is a soul crushing place’ |
Ranvir Shorey has claimed that he was denied a role in a major mainstream production because of his outspoken views and perceived political image. In a post on X (previously Twitter), the actor said he had finally received confirmation that a big-banner studio chose not to cast him after allegedly labelling him “anti-govt,” “too vocal” and “potentially controversial.”The actor’s revelation has sparked discussion around the impact of an artist’s public opinions on professional opportunities in the Hindi film industry.
Ranvir Shorey says he was called “anti-govt” and “too vocal”
In his post, Shorey said the development confirmed a concern he had carried for some time.“With a heavy heart I’m sharing with you guys that I have finally got my first ever confirmation of not being cast in a film by a big mainstream studio for being ‘anti-govt’(?!) , too ‘vocal’, and potentially ‘controversial’,” he wrote.Shorey added that he had “always had an inkling” that his outspoken nature could affect his career, but said the information was finally confirmed to him by a source he trusted.“I have always had an inkling about this, and it’s finally confirmed by a trusted source. The world is a soul crushing place, my friends. You have to be your own light,” he went on to add.
Ranvir Shorey receives support from social media users
Following Shorey’s post, several users expressed their support for the actor and argued that his work and individuality should not be defined by whether a major studio chooses to cast him.One user wrote, “Your identity is beyond the ‘big mainstream studio’. The one’s who know your talent will find you no matter what they say, So aekla cholo re !”Another user praised Shorey’s body of work and wrote, “Ranvir, thank you for sharing this. It must hurt, but your honesty is rare. Your work has always spoken for itself. Khosla Ka Ghosla, Titli and Bheja Fry are loved by many. No closed door can take that away. People remember actors who stand for something. Good roles will come from those who value your voice. Keep shining.”A third comment also echoed the sentiment: “Your identity is beyond the ‘big mainstream studio’. The one’s who know your talent will find you no matter what they say, So aekla cholo re !”A Twitter user asked Shorey to “expose them’, to which he replied, “Nah, nothing to “expose”. They’re exercising their choices. Posted it here just so they know that I know, and you all know too, since talking too much here is what’s got me here.”
Ranvir Shorey has often been outspoken on social media
Shorey has frequently used social media to express his views on issues concerning the film industry and wider public discourse. His candid posts have, at times, attracted both support and criticism.More recently, the actor faced backlash after allegedly using abusive language while responding to a social media user who criticised a viral reel featuring Shorey and the cast of ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla 2’.
Ranvir Shorey’s work front
Shorey’s upcoming slate includes ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla 2’, the sequel to the 2006 cult comedy, in which he returns alongside Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Parvin Dabas and other members of the ensemble. The sequel is directed by Prashant Bhagia. Shorey was seen as Manoj Shrivastav in the Prime Video webseries, ‘The Pyramid Scheme’ along side Paramvir Cheema, Aanjjan Srivastav, Shekhar Suman, Ashish Raghav and Alfiya Jafri.
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