Why Janhvi Kapoor’s Param Sundari Stirs Debate on Cross-Language Casting

Since the early days of Indian cinema, actors have been crossing language barriers to work in films from different regions. The fact that the first actress to win a National Award for a Malayalam film, Sharadha, was not a native Malayali underscores this trend. Janhvi Kapoor’s performance in Param Sundari has reignited the debate on cross-language casting. As borders between countries become increasingly rigid, the practice of casting actors from different linguistic backgrounds in films is gaining more attention and acceptance. Kapoor’s portrayal in the film has prompted discussions on the importance of diversity and inclusion in cinema.