6 scenes that take Animal beyond Kabir Singh on the problem scale

Sandeep Reddy Vanga has outdone himself with Animal, an achievement marred by a lack of positive undertones.

During the trailer launch, Sandeep Reddy Vanga promised fans that his next film would surpass the likes of Kabir Singh and Arjun Reddy.

True to his word, 'Animal' delivers a three-and-a-half-hour-long saga of misogyny and problematic elements.

For those who have booked tickets for this illogical masterpiece, here's your "major spoilers ahead" warning.

Scenes which take Vijay above Kabir

• In a Sandeep Reddy Vanga movie, the fate of female characters tends to follow a predictable pattern.
• However, with 'Animal,' director Sandeep Vanga delves beyond his customary focus on misogyny to explore additional themes such as caste, religion, and more.

Alpha history lessons ft Ranbir Kapoor

• In the initial 20 minutes of 'Animal,' it appears reminiscent of one of Andrew Tate’s well-known Alpha male videos.

• At the start of the film, Vijay, portrayed by Ranbir Kapoor, interrupts the engagement celebration of his friend's sister Geetanjali, played by Rashmika Mandhanna, and articulates why she should opt to marry an "alpha" male rather than a "weaker" one.

Alcohol advice from an alcoholic 

• It appears that a key characteristic often found in Sandeep Reddy Vanga movie leads is an inclination towards alcoholism, and Vijay in this film follows suit.
• However, despite this trait, Vijay doesn't hesitate to offer 'practical' drinking advice to his younger sister. He advises her to choose wine over whiskey, highlighting its potential to contribute to better-looking skin.

Vijay: A very practical patient

• After defeating hundreds of goons and surviving six bullet wounds, Ranbir Kapoor's character, Vijay, has a casual (only for Sandeep Reddy) chat with the doctors treating him.
• During the conversation, a female psychologist posed a question about Vijay's sex life. In response, he turned the tables, asking her the same question, which he clarified  as solely for the purpose of comparison.
• Fun fact: This scene turns into a touchy emotional one about Vijay’s emotional strength. 

Sandeep Reddy’s book of romance: First slap  

• In a church scene, Geetanjali (Rashmika Mandhanna) confronts Vijay, urging him to repent for the murders he has committed. However, her attempt takes an unexpected turn as Vijay dismisses her plea and even threatens to slap her.

• In a quick and mind-boggling turn of events, Vijay swiftly gives this entire slap scenario a romantic touch as he says that their “first slap” will only complete the list of firsts in their relationship. 

I cheat - okay, You cheat - me angry

• As Vijay confronts Geetanjali about him sleeping with another woman, solely to “save his father”, Zoya lashes out at him with a threat to do the same thing as Vijay. 

• Vijay snaps at this threat, threatening to kill whoever she tries it with. 

Religous idiocy : Sandeep Reddy's first

• In a major revelation about his family history, Vijay discovers that Bobby Deol's character, Abrar Haqque, is his cousin.
• The shocking truth emerges that his father changed his religion to facilitate marrying more than one woman.

As Animal soares high at the Indian box office, it sets up a new probelm figure which is surely set to lay out a blunt road for many blank minds.