Bang Baaja Baaraat (2015) | How Woke Is It?

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What We Think

Bang Baaja Baaraat brings plenty of modern sensibilities to the Indian wedding genre, sometimes at the expense of tradition. It’s not the wokest fare out there, but you’ll notice its preference for progressive takes over classical values. Mildly woke overall.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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The show spotlights modern romance and cultural clashes, with some clear emphasis on identity and family dynamics. While identity elements feature, characters still have distinct personalities and flaws. Forced representation isn't central, but the plot occasionally bends to modern messaging rather than organic storytelling.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Bang Baaja Baaraat pokes fun at traditional Indian family values, religion, and generational customs, sometimes seeming to undermine them for comedic effect. However, there are moments where traditions are respected or at least acknowledged with nuance, keeping it from going full revisionist.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The series generally favors a progressive, modern outlook with limited space for genuinely traditional voices. Some stereotypical portrayals of conservative views appear, though the show manages to avoid vilifying them outright. A bit more pluralism would have made it balanced.

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