The just-released song Adhi Dha Surprisu from the upcoming film Robinhood of Nithiin and Sreeleela has churned up a storm of criticism on social media. Starring Ketika Sharma, the song has been criticized for its objectifying dance moves and suggestive lyrics. Suman Rao, Krackowede, Deepti Mathur, Pandiarajan are some of the users who have commented against the song and asked for its ban on Instagram and Threads.
Internet Slams the Song for Objectification
The GV Prakash Kumar-music composition and Chandrabose-penned number has not been well accepted by viewers. A specific step in the dance where Ketika Sharma is shown tugging the waistband of the skirt has faced a lot of criticism. People on social media have condemned choreographer Sekhar Master for advising him to retire for using such ‘vulgar’ dance steps in commercial films repeatedly.
Observations like, “Choreography k name pr kr di vulgarity” (This is mere vulgarity in the name of choreography) and “Women are not being depicted, they are being presented as objects” echo the public opinion. Others faulted the directors, producers, and industry folks for giving go-ahead to such productions.
Not the First Time for Sekhar Master
This isn’t the first controversy for Sekhar Master, who has also come under fire for songs such as Dabidi Dibidi from Daaku Maharaaj. His choreography in Mr. Bachchan also raised debates regarding the thin line between entertainment and objectification.
With increasing interest in how women are depicted in Indian films, Adhi Dha Surprisu has sparked the debate again on ethical filmmaking. Will the industry shift its focus to good storytelling, or will these songs keep ruling mainstream entertainment? The debate rages on.
