PM Modi Claims 'Anti-India' Plot Exposed in Controversial Malayalam Film

The Great Indian Kitchen Sparks Debate on Patriarchy and Indian Values

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently spoke about the controversial Malayalam film 'The Great Indian Kitchen' during a public address.

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Modi referred to the film as a part of an "anti-India" plot and claimed that it exposes a "dangerous trend" in Indian society.

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The film, directed by Jeo Baby, explores the struggles of a housewife in a patriarchal household.

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Modi accused the film of promoting "divisive ideologies" and claimed that it attacks Indian culture and traditions.

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He also cited the example of Kerala, where the film was shot, to argue that anti-India forces are active in the state.

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Modi praised the people of Kerala for rejecting such "divisive" forces and upholding the values of Indian culture.

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The film has sparked a heated debate in India, with some hailing it as a powerful critique of patriarchy while others see it as an attack on traditional Indian values.

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Several right-wing groups in India have called for a boycott of the film and accused it of spreading "anti-Hindu" sentiments.

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The controversy surrounding the film has highlighted the ongoing cultural and ideological battles in Indian society.

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