Tanu Weds Manu: Returns (2015) | How Woke Is It?

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Tanu Weds Manu: Returns2015

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What We Think

Tanu Weds Manu: Returns offers a mostly non-woke, balanced portrayal of modern relationships within Indian traditions. Identity politics and ideological messaging take a back seat here. This one is a breath of fresh air compared to much of Bollywood's more recent output.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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The film centers on very personal, realistic relationship struggles, with character dynamics and family drama taking the forefront. There's little evidence of characters being chosen or depicted solely based on identity politics. The narrative progression is organic, with flaws and conflicts driving the drama rather than ideological messaging.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional values, such as family, marriage, and cultural expectations, are central to the plot. While strong female leads are present, the film doesn't undermine masculinity or mock cultural traditions. Instead, it explores modern relationship issues while respecting the backdrop of Indian societal norms.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The film showcases a variety of perspectives, including those of family elders, modern wives, and husbands. No worldview is outright villainized or mocked. In fact, the film's humor and heart come from the clash of traditional and modern ideas, giving space to multiple viewpoints.

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