Archive · 10 Sep 2026
Kareena Kapoor Criticizes Bollywood’s Herd Mentality After Animal Success
Kareena Kapoor Khan says many Bollywood filmmakers follow trends instead of trying new ideas.
She calls this behavior a “herd mentality.”
She used the success of Animal as an example.
After Animal became popular, she said more filmmakers seemed interested in making violent stories.
Kareena believes audiences are smart enough to recognize good films.
Younger viewers, she said, may ask more questions about what they watch.
She also said a film cannot guarantee success just by calling itself a comedy.
Kareena is awaiting the release of the investigative drama Daayra.
Kareena Kapoor Khan said Bollywood filmmakers often copy successful formulas instead of developing fresh stories.
She cited Animal’s success as an example of filmmakers rushing to make more violent films.
Kareena said audiences are increasingly selective and want thought-provoking movies.
She argued that genres such as comedy no longer guarantee box-office success.
Animal earned more than Rs 900 crore worldwide, while its sequel Animal Park is in development.
- Who
- Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan discussed Bollywood’s filmmaking trends and audience preferences.
- What
- She criticized filmmakers for imitating successful films and genres, using Animal as an example.
- When
- Kareena made the comments during a Yuvaa conversation; Animal was released in 2023.
- Where
- The discussion focused on Bollywood and its relationship with audiences.
- Why
- She said filmmakers should create fresh, thought-provoking stories because audiences are becoming more discerning.
- Speaker
- Kareena Kapoor Khan
- Discussion
- Yuvaa’s BAMY townhall
- Example cited
- Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal
- Animal release
- 2023
- Animal worldwide collection
- More than Rs 900 crore
- Upcoming sequel
- Animal Park is in development
- Kareena’s upcoming film
- Daayra, an investigative drama directed by Meghna Gulzar
- Daayra release
- September 18
