Naezy calls Ranveer Singh starrer Gully Boy ‘pure fiction’; says, “I found it a bit annoying”

Naezy, a prominent figure in Mumbai’s rap scene, recently opened up about the film Gully Boy, which starred Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. While the movie, directed by Zoya Akhtar, was praised for its depiction of street rappers and their ascent to fame, Naezy expressed frustration over its significant creative liberties that strayed from reality.

Naezy discusses impact of Ranveer Singh starrer Gully Boy

In an interview with Mashable India, Naezy candidly discussed the impact of Gully Boy on his life and the inaccuracies in its portrayal of events. “Gully Boy is pure fiction. There’s no truth in it,” he remarked. He pointed out that the interactions between the rapper and others depicted in the film never actually occurred, stating, “It’s all made up, far removed from reality.”

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Naezy admitted to feeling annoyed by the lack of truth in the storytelling. He noted, “I found it a bit annoying because the truth wasn’t being told. But then, I realized this is Bollywood. It’s a world of fiction. For instance, my father never had two marriages, as shown in the film. We understand it’s fictional, but the audience will think this is my real life.”

Impact of Gully Boy on Hip-Hop culture

Despite his concerns, Naezy acknowledged that Gully Boy successfully brought attention to India’s hip-hop culture and the challenges faced by rappers from the streets of Mumbai, inspired largely by the experiences of both Naezy and Divine. The film, co-produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment, alongside Zoya Akhtar’s Tiger Baby Films, featured a talented ensemble cast, including Siddhant Chaturvedi (in his Bollywood debut), Vijay Raaz, Vijay Varma, Amruta Subhash, Kalki Koechlin, and Sheeba Chaddha.

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Loosely based on the lives of rappers from Mumbai’s Dharavi, Gully Boy narrates the journey of a musician navigating struggles, self-discovery, and success. While the film was a box-office success and received critical acclaim, Naezy’s reflections underscore the delicate balance between artistic storytelling and fidelity to real-life events.

Naezy’s comments serve as a reminder of the complexities involved in adapting true stories for mainstream cinema, where creative embellishments often blur the lines between fact and fiction. While Gully Boy may take liberties, its cultural impact on the hip-hop scene in India is undeniable.

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