In a significant cinematic event, the much-anticipated movie ‘Animal,’ featuring Ranbir Kapoor, hit theaters on December 1, creating ripples at the box office with its impressive earnings. However, the film found itself amidst criticism, accused of promoting misogynistic themes. Despite the controversies, ‘Animal’ was hailed as Ranbir Kapoor’s career-best performance and marked the highest-grossing film in his repertoire.
The latest development in the ‘Animal’ saga is its digital release on OTT platforms starting January 26. Netizens have swiftly taken to social media to express their reactions, forming a diverse spectrum of opinions.
For those who haven’t watched the movie, praise has been showered on the action scenes and the film’s background music. A Twitter user exclaimed, “One of the best scenes in recent times, and the BGM is just Lit! ???? #Animal #AnimalOnNetflix.”
The online discourse includes strong endorsements, with a user expressing, “It will be a shame if #Animal doesn’t win Best Actor (#RanbirKapoor), Best director, Best screenplay, Best music album, Best Action, Best BGM, Best playback singers, best VFX. I said what I said.”
Sharing a particular fight sequence, another user commented on the emotional depth, “Two sons fighting for their father’s respect and love with the song in the background makes it so amazing and emotional. ???? #Animal #AnimalOnNetflix.”
Ranbir Kapoor’s performance, in particular, has garnered widespread acclaim, with users hailing it as ‘GOAT’ (Greatest of All Time) level acting.
However, amidst the positive reception, dissenting voices have emerged. Some critics have taken to the internet, expressing their disapproval through memes and gifs. One user went so far as to label it the “worst movie” they’ve ever seen.
‘Animal,’ directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, boasts a star-studded cast including Triptii Dimri, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, Shakti Kapoor, and Bobby Deol, among others. The film continues to be a topic of lively discussion in the digital space, sparking debates and varied reactions from cinephiles across the globe.