Adil Hussain REGRETS Doing 'Misogynistic' Kabir Singh: Several Women Friends...

Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani's Kabir Singh was one of the biggest blockbusters of 2019. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the romantic drama also received major backlash. Many people thought that the film

was misogynistic. And now, actor Adil Hussain, who was a part of Kabir Singh, has echoed the same sentiment. In an interview, the actor admitted that he regrets doing the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial.

Adil Hussain on Kabir Singh

In an interview with Mid-Day, Adil admitted that it was his fault that he didn't read Kabir Singh's script. "I was travelling extensively with Mukti Bhawan then and didn’t have the time to go through the full script or watch the original Telugu version [Arjun Reddy]," he said. The actor recalled telling his manager to quote five times his usual fee, hoping that the makers back out. However, they didn't. Adil eventually accepted the role in Kabir Singh after reading a scene that he initially thought was 'brilliantly written'. But the actor's perception changed after the film hit big screen.ALSO READ - Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh Co-Star Arjan Bajwa Opens Up About Feeling 'Insecure' On Set: Just Trying To Be Better..."I found it misogynistic. When I saw the film, I thought, ‘What have I done?'," he admitted. Having said that, Adil mentioned that his regret was only personal. "It’s not about what Sandeep Reddy Vanga has done — it’s my responsibility. I could have said no. Several women friends expressed disappointment. It was important for me to say I regret doing that film," he added/

Adil Hussain's work front

Workwise, Adil is currently promoting his Mercy, which has been screened at various international film festival. The film follows the story of Shekhar (Raj Vasudeva), who has to decide whether to end his terminally ill mother's suffering on a Christmas eve. Mercy is yet to get a release date in India.Keep following this space for more updates!