Dangal (2016) | How Woke Is It?

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12%

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What We Think

Dangal is a breath of fresh, non-woke air. It elevates skill, hard work, and traditional values while offering a respectful exploration of gender roles, without falling into ideological monoculture or forced representation. A rare case of modern cinema staying grounded.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Dangal centers around realistic characters and authentic family dynamics, placing skill, perseverance, and hard work over identity politics. The daughters are celebrated due to their talent and dedication, not because of any forced representation or superficial diversity checklist.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

The film uplifts traditional values of family, discipline, and respect for elders. It doesn’t undermine masculinity but shows it in a nuanced light, even as it spotlights female empowerment through sport. It challenges gender roles, but within a culturally rooted framework.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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Alternative perspectives aren’t mocked or dismissed. The struggle between tradition and progress is given fair treatment and leads to genuine character growth, rather than painting tradition as the pure villain. The worldview is pluralistic and grounded.

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