The Ground Beneath SRK's Feet: The Flight of the Family in Pathaan (2023).

Autor: Prabhala, Anupama
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Zdroj: Bioscope: South Asian Screen Studies; Dec2023, Vol. 14 Issue 2, p143-149, 7p
Abstrakt: The article examines the films "Fan" and "Pathaan" starring Shah Rukh Khan (SRK). It discusses the failure of "Fan" and the subsequent success of "Pathaan," focusing on SRK's return to stardom. The author explores SRK's Muslim identity in "Pathaan" and how it is embraced by audiences. The article also analyzes the role of family in both films and their impact on the narrative and characters. Additionally, it discusses the portrayal of the State and its relationship with the characters in "Pathaan." The article argues that "Pathaan" presents a nuanced portrayal of Muslim characters, challenging stereotypes and contributing to the reconstitution of a fragmented body politic. [Extracted from the article]
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