Bawaal Controversy: Jewish Organization Calls For Removal Of Nitesh Tiwari’s Film Due To Anti-Semitic Comments

The Bollywood film ‘Bawaal,’ directed by Nitesh Tiwari, has garnered attention for its controversial dialogues. One particular scene featuring Janhvi Kapoor’s character, Nisha, has sparked outrage. In the scene, Nisha says, “We’re all a little like Hitler, aren’t we?” But it is her follow-up statement, “Every relationship goes through their Auschwitz,” that has drawn significant criticism.

Jewish Organization SWC Demands Removal

The controversial dialogues have caught the attention of Rabbi Abraham Cooper, the Associate Dean and Simon Wiesenthal Center (SWC). As a Jewish human rights organization that ensures the safety of Jews worldwide, the SWC is calling out the anti-Semitic comments in the film. Cooper, who also serves as the Director of Global Social Action, has vehemently condemned the movie and Nitesh Tiwari for trivializing the memory of 6 million murdered Jews and the millions of others who suffered under Hitler’s genocidal regime.

The Impact of the Auschwitz Reference

Cooper expressed his concerns, stating that Auschwitz is not a metaphor but the quintessential example of humanity’s capacity for evil. By using the term “Auschwitz” to describe hardships in relationships, the film downplays the horrors of the Holocaust and disrespects the memory of the victims.

Nitesh Tiwari Responds to the Backlash

Nitesh Tiwari, the director of ‘Bawaal,’ has responded to the controversy, urging audiences not to question the intent behind the dialogues. He defended the creative process and emphasized that questioning the intent could be hurtful.

Amazon Prime Video Urged to Take Action

With the controversy escalating, the SWC has called on Amazon Prime Video to remove the film immediately. The organization condemns the film’s banal trivialization of the suffering and systematic murder of millions of Holocaust victims.

The Aftermath

‘Bawaal’ stars Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan and has received positive reviews from audiences. However, the film’s release on Amazon Prime Video has been overshadowed by the growing debate over the inappropriate use of historical references.

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