Cinema, undoubtedly, has a large impact on society. Recently, we have seen instances of people using social media to even police content of films and series before its release. There have also been repeated calls of boycott of films and Bollywood as an industry, as well. 

Actor Vikrant Massey, too, was on the receiving end of the boycott trend during the release of his film ‘Chhapaak’ (2020). Recently, during an interview with mid-day.com, when asked if he is mindful of the possible influence of his characters and films on the audience and society, he shares, “Some days, of course, because it is a position of responsibility. You have to be responsible, but not entirely."