Gupta, S. (2019). Changing social attitudes towards intimacy and relationships in India. Journal of Social and Cultural Studies, 14(2), 123-140.
This study contributes to the ongoing debate about the role of on-screen kissing scenes in Indian cinema. The findings suggest that these scenes have become a norm in Indian cinema, with audiences increasingly accepting of such content. The study's results have implications for filmmakers, policymakers, and scholars interested in the intersection of media, culture, and society. Gupta, S
Indian cinema, particularly Bollywood, has undergone significant changes in recent years, with on-screen kissing scenes becoming more explicit and frequent. Anushka Sharma, a prominent Bollywood actress, has been involved in several high-profile films featuring kissing scenes. This paper aims to investigate the impact of these scenes on the audience's perception of intimacy, relationships, and entertainment. Journal of Social and Cultural Studies, 14(2), 123-140
The survey results indicate that 70% of respondents believe that on-screen kissing scenes have become a norm in Indian cinema. Moreover, 60% of respondents reported that these scenes have influenced their perception of intimacy and relationships. The in-depth interviews with film industry professionals revealed that the increasing demand for realistic storytelling and the need to appeal to a younger audience have contributed to the rise of on-screen kissing scenes. and social norms (Kumar
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The portrayal of intimacy and kissing scenes in Indian cinema has been a topic of interest for researchers. Studies have shown that on-screen kissing scenes can influence audience perceptions of relationships, intimacy, and social norms (Kumar, 2015; Sharma, 2018). The increasing acceptability of kissing scenes in Indian cinema reflects changing social attitudes towards intimacy and relationships (Gupta, 2019).