Kiss Scene in Tellywood

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Mahi

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Posted: 14 years ago

#21

Originally posted by: my_view

I think the right word here is "acceptable" and not innocent...

While I agree for family viewing shows together it can become awkward to see kissing on Tv, elders or people offended by it will not watch the show altogether..

I think 'innocent' can be used here.. Those kind of things don't cause any embarrassment if you're watching with elders, kids whereas kissing or other intimate scenes do so they are more sensuous and holding hands, hugging more innocent.

But won't they lose possibly a huge chunk of the population that could've been potential audience just for kissing/intimate scenes?

Originally posted by: aishi.muffin
^ I think both can be used.

Honestly, Indian shows follow Indian, and even more so, Hindu culture. That's why they haven't showed kissing in Telly yet...and honestly I like it like that. Movies are already western. Media is already western. A lot of people are already western. There has to be something left for the traditional people or it gets really depressing.

I agree with you, Ashu, but I think already so much as changed on on tellywood.. Many shows have a gone a step further than the last decade. Some of the scenes we see today (even if it's not kissing are far more intimate than we used to see on TV.

See, the thing is.. Kissing is not wrong, and it's far too natural to be wrong. The only difference is that in the western world it's acceptable to kiss in public whereas in the eastern world it's not, but it still is a very much natural part of a relationship. Which is why some people wonder at times when they already show so much why's a kiss such a big thing?

But then again, I completely agree with the cultural point of view.

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my_view

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Posted: 14 years ago

#22

Originally posted by: -Mystery-

I think 'innocent' can be used here.. Those kind of things don't cause any embarrassment if you're watching with elders, kids whereas kissing or other intimate scenes do so they are more sensuous and holding hands, hugging more innocent.

Firstly, you need to realize that kissing does not always mean the couple are headed for s*x..!! It can be just as "innocent" as holding hands or hugging.. It is just another way of expressing affection and not necessarily a prelude to s*x..

Secondly, in some middle eastern countries physical contact between opposite sexes is not acceptable or tolerable...so holding hands and hugging is deemed sensuous and sexual and not innocent like you think..

In Indian culture perhaps kissing is not part of showing affection like hugs and holding hands are but any and all of the above can be plain non sexual.

One thing I have noticed on Indian Tv shows is that a lot of amorously suggestive glances and lustful eye locking for what seems like eternal goes on between romantic leads but I guess that too is considered "innocent" ...

Originally posted by: -Mystery-

See, the thing is.. Kissing is not wrong, and it's far too natural to be wrong. The only difference is that in the western world it's acceptable to kiss in public whereas in the eastern world it's not, but it still is a very much natural part of a relationship. Which is why some people wonder at times when they already show so much why's a kiss such a big thing?

But then again, I completely agree with the cultural point of view.

Precisely..

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Aishwarya

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Posted: 14 years ago

#23

Originally posted by: -Mystery-

See, the thing is.. Kissing is not wrong, and it's far too natural to be wrong. The only difference is that in the western world it's acceptable to kiss in public whereas in the eastern world it's not, but it still is a very much natural part of a relationship. Which is why some people wonder at times when they already show so much why's a kiss such a big thing?

But then again, I completely agree with the cultural point of view.

Oh I never meant kissing is wrong. I just meant that it's generally acceptable between only husbands and wives in the indian culture... I completely agree with you Mahi that if they show so much already, a kiss wouldn't really make a difference, but it's definitely the culture that's holding them back. Or generally the directors may be very cultural as well and not feel comforable putting that in their show..

I know for sure that I feel awkward watching intimate scenes with parents. I have to look at my watch or ceiling the whole time & then deal with the rant about how the world is changing afterwards 😆

Edited by aishi.muffin - 14 years ago

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pallavi

@pallavi_bs

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Posted: 14 years ago

#24

Originally posted by: -Mystery-
I know many fans who want a kiss scene in their favorite show. And off and on they are told that that's impossible since a kiss is a BIG deal in Tellywood and it's gonna take a few leap years to get to that point, if at all.

Personally I don't get why such a big deal is made out of it? And I mean by both sides. Why do the fans want an actual kiss? Why does it matter? I know at least two on screen couples who can have sizzling and intense chemistry on screen without a kiss. And it can be done the old way too.. you know instead of showing the actual kiss, blur it out or focus on the lamp instead 😆 And on the other hand, why is such a big deal in Tellywood? These days when there's a kiss in pretty much every single movie (and much much more in many movies), why is a simple kiss such a no-no in Tellywood?

So I'm just wondering... given that the actors are okay with it, what's your take on the topic? And please provide reasons.. after all, it's debate section :)

-Mahi

(DT - I searched but couldn't find a similar topic currently open here.. if there is, feel free to close the topic with the link).

Nothing to say same question is eating my brain

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return_to_hades

@return_to_hades

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Posted: 14 years ago

#25

I agree with My View that the term 'acceptable' is more appropriate than 'innocent'. We are able to state what is acceptable or unacceptable to us and our culture, but it is not fair to determine what is innocent or not for everybody.

In many cultures the bride and groom kiss at the wedding. The entire family even kids and grandparents will witness this gesture. To them this kiss is not sexual or inappropriate in any way, it is a very innocent gesture of love. We can say that the wedding kiss is unacceptable in our culture, but cannot judge that their gesture is not innocent.

Changing the channel and choosing what we watch is always an option. Everything around us cannot cater to our preferences and sometime or the other we have to choose. Shows, movies etc cater to what they believe their majority audience will want and accept. If a show feels that showing kissing and physical intimacy is what the best course, they will do it. Audiences who don't like it can choose not to watch and/or petition the channel to change their mind. Similarly if a show feels that being traditional and avoiding kissing is the best course, they will do it. If a traditional show is too bland for audiences they can choose not to watch and/or petition the channel to show some more edgy material.

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