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“Flats are being sold for 1 lakh per square feet even though the poor can't even afford one meal in the day. It's an inhuman and insulting display of wealth, and I wanted my movie's title, 'City of Gold,' as well as the title song to reflect that.” quote by Mahesh Manjrekar
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“Flats are being sold for 1 lakh per square feet even though the poor can't even afford one meal in the day. It's an inhuman and insulting display of wealth, and I wanted my movie's title, 'City of Gold,' as well as the title song to reflect that.”

Mahesh Manjrekar

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Extreme wealth disparity is highlighted by luxury real‑estate prices that dwarf basic human needs, prompting a critique of social inequality.

In simple terms: Richness contrasts starkly with poverty, exposing injustice.

Key Takeaway

Use art to spotlight and challenge economic inequity.

Themes

wealth inequality social justice urban development artistic activism

Mood

provocative urgent

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • film production
  • public policy debate
  • community outreach
  • media campaigns

Key Concepts

economic disparity gentrification ethical storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can a film inspire concrete social change?
  • What narratives best expose systemic inequality?
A Different Perspective

Art may be dismissed as mere entertainment, limiting impact.

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