<p>Actor Shahid Kapoor on Monday described his smash hit "<em>Kabir Singh</em>" as not just a film but an "emotional arc" that resonated with people.<br /><br />He thanked the audience for understanding the "conflicted" character in the Sandeep Reddy Vanga-directed movie.<br /><br />The film emerged as one of the biggest blockbusters of 2019, but received tremendous flak for its 'misogynistic' gaze and 'normalising' violence in relationships.<br /><br />Remake of the 2017 Telugu film "<em>Arjun Reddy</em>", "<em>Kabir Singh</em>" featured Shahid in the title role of an alcoholic surgeon who goes down a self-destructive path after his ex-lover Preeti (played by Kiara Advani) gets married.<br /><br />Sharing stills on Instagram on the film's first year anniversary, the 39-year-old actor said he is grateful to his fans.<br /><br />"To all those who gave so much overwhelming love to such a complex, conflicted character. Thank you. 'Kabir Singh' was never just a film to me... It was an emotional arc that was raw, bare, unabashed, honest, fearless, real.<br /><br />"In a time where people are quick to judge (others not themselves) you understood him. You understood our interpretation of the angst of a broken heart. This one will always be special. So special," he wrote.<br /><br />Shahid bounced back at the box office as a solo hero with the film after a string of critically acclaimed and moderately successful movies, including "Haider" and "Udta Punjab".<br /><br />The "Padmaavat" actor said the film's success was possible due to the efforts of everyone involved.<br /><br />At the time of its release,"Kabir Singh" sparked a debate around the role and responsibilities of artists and whether they should bear accountability for the art they produce. </p>
<p>Actor Shahid Kapoor on Monday described his smash hit "<em>Kabir Singh</em>" as not just a film but an "emotional arc" that resonated with people.<br /><br />He thanked the audience for understanding the "conflicted" character in the Sandeep Reddy Vanga-directed movie.<br /><br />The film emerged as one of the biggest blockbusters of 2019, but received tremendous flak for its 'misogynistic' gaze and 'normalising' violence in relationships.<br /><br />Remake of the 2017 Telugu film "<em>Arjun Reddy</em>", "<em>Kabir Singh</em>" featured Shahid in the title role of an alcoholic surgeon who goes down a self-destructive path after his ex-lover Preeti (played by Kiara Advani) gets married.<br /><br />Sharing stills on Instagram on the film's first year anniversary, the 39-year-old actor said he is grateful to his fans.<br /><br />"To all those who gave so much overwhelming love to such a complex, conflicted character. Thank you. 'Kabir Singh' was never just a film to me... It was an emotional arc that was raw, bare, unabashed, honest, fearless, real.<br /><br />"In a time where people are quick to judge (others not themselves) you understood him. You understood our interpretation of the angst of a broken heart. This one will always be special. So special," he wrote.<br /><br />Shahid bounced back at the box office as a solo hero with the film after a string of critically acclaimed and moderately successful movies, including "Haider" and "Udta Punjab".<br /><br />The "Padmaavat" actor said the film's success was possible due to the efforts of everyone involved.<br /><br />At the time of its release,"Kabir Singh" sparked a debate around the role and responsibilities of artists and whether they should bear accountability for the art they produce. </p>