Despatch EXCLUSIVE! Director Kanu Behl Says 'Films Don't Have Responsibility To Change Anything, They Just...'

Kanu Behl, the mastermind behind Despatch on ZEE5, has returned with a film that redefines the way we think about cinema. With his signature thought-provoking style, Kanu takes us deep into the gritty world of crime journalism, featuring Manoj Bajpayee in a career-defining role. Despatch isn't just another thriller; it's a dark, intense exploration of the messy intersection between personal and professional lives in a fast-evolving media world. During the film's promotions, Kanu shares his unapologetic stance on filmmaking-emphasizing that movies aren't here to deliver moral lessons, but to spark thought-provoking conversations, allowing audiences to draw their own conclusions.

When asked whether Despatch carries any social message, director Kanu Behl responded, "Not at all. I don't think films have any responsibility to change anything. It's the audience's responsibility and their moral compass on how they choose to interpret a film. Films don't change anything-they just spark conversations around the subjects they are based on. I never try to push a message or position a film in a particular way. I strongly believe that trying to give a message through a film is like treating the audience as children. They are not children; they are grown-up individuals. I believe we should just show them what's happening around us, as truthfully as possible, and let them make their own judgments."

In Despatch, Manoj Bajpayee portrays Joy Bag, a veteran crime journalist at a newspaper struggling to stay relevant in a rapidly digitizing newsroom. As he hunts for his next big scoop, Joy's personal life is equally tumultuous, with a strained marriage and an affair with his colleague Prerna. Amidst this chaos, he uncovers a massive scam with dangerous implications, plunging him into a perilous investigation that takes him deep into Mumbai's dark underbelly. Directed by Kanu Behl, the film explores the intersection of crime, media, and personal redemption.

If you haven't watched the film yet, stream the newly released Kanu Behl directorial, 'Despatch' on ZEE5 now!