In recent years, movies with strong and aggressive male leads like Kabir Singh and Animal have become very popular at the box office. These films show “alpha-male” characters who are intense, dominant, and sometimes violent. Many people enjoy watching these powerful roles, and the films have earned huge collections.
However, when we look back at the films made by Sooraj Barjatya, we see a very different type of hero. In his movies, the main character is often named Prem. This character is kind, respectful, family-oriented, and emotionally expressive. Prem believes in love, patience, and strong family values.
In films like Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Hum Saath-Saath Hain, and Vivaah, Prem is shown as a loving son, caring husband, and responsible family member. These movies focus more on relationships, traditions, and emotions rather than action and aggression. Because of this, Prem became an iconic character in Indian cinema.
In a recent interview, Sooraj Barjatya spoke about the new trend of male characters in films. He said that today’s audience seems to enjoy more intense and bold personalities on screen. He explained that cinema changes with time, and different generations connect with different kinds of heroes.
At the same time, Barjatya believes there is still space for simple, soft-spoken, and emotionally strong male characters like Prem. According to him, goodness and family values will never go out of style. He feels that every type of story has its own audience.
The contrast between today’s alpha-male heroes and Barjatya’s gentle Prem clearly shows how Bollywood storytelling has evolved over the years. Yet, the charm of Prem continues to live on in the hearts of many fans.