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Thappad- Review

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Thappad , directed by Anubhav Sinha, is a profoundly impactful film that resonates deeply with its audience. While the story appears simple on the surface, its layered writing delves into complex societal issues, evoking discomfort and anger as it challenges deeply ingrained norms. Starring, Tapsee Pannu, Naila Gerrewal, Pavail Gulati, Mara Sarao, the movie conveys an important message that even a slap is not to be tolerated in the name of social standing or marriage and the long-standing patriarchal mindset that dismisses injustices as "common" must be challenged and dismantled. Amrita Sabharwal, played by Tapsee Pannu, led a simple married life until the day she got slapped by her husband in an office party arranged at their home. This event changed the course of her life. What was more shocking and disappointing than the slap was how everyone, specially the women around her reacted to this incident.  Amrita's character is that of a 'traditionally perfect' daugh...