Archive · 5 Aug 2025
Director Suggests 'Animal' Mimics 'Jaanwar'; Won't Pursue Claims
Veteran filmmaker Suneel Darshan believes the movie 'Animal' is very similar to his older film 'Jaanwar'.
He hasn't sued anyone, though.
He thinks that instead of claiming his work was stolen, he feels proud that his work has inspired new filmmakers.
He is choosing to see it as a good thing.
He also mentioned another movie by a big star with a story similar to his, that was also a blockbuster.
Suneel Darshan suggests Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal' mirrors his 1999 film, 'Jaanwar'.
Darshan acknowledged similarities but has not pursued formal claims of plagiarism.
Darshan stated he chose silence, seeing the inspiration as a positive reflection of his work.
Darshan mentions another film by a 'very big star' with similarities to his own work.
Darshan is currently preparing for the release of 'Andaaz 2'.
- Who
- Suneel Darshan.
- What
- Suneel Darshan suggests Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal' resembles his film 'Jaanwar'.
- When
- In a recent interview.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- Darshan feels his work has inspired others, but did not pursue legal action.
- Director
- Suneel Darshan
- Film Mentioned
- Animal, Jaanwar
- Animal Director
- Sandeep Reddy Vanga
- Darshan's stance
- Feels inspired by the similarities.
- Darshan's current project
- Andaaz 2