Cinema holds a
mirror to society, reflecting a vast
spectrum of personalities and human behavior. When it comes to
identifying the character types, we often label fictional figures as
‘green-flag’ or ‘red-flag’ characters, based on their morality, behaviour, and the impact they
have on others. </span>‘</span> Green-flag”
characters portray positive traits like
kindness, respect and emotional intelligence, whereas ‘red-flag’ characters embody, problematic
behaviors such as toxicity, manipulation, or disregard for others’ feelings.</p>&lt;/span>

 

 

Actors and <span lang=”EN-US” style=”font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; color: black;”>
characters to life, often switching
between the green flag roles or the red flag roles, showing the range of
skills and how different characters can resonate with audiences. Let’s</span> take a look
at some of the actor’s performances in Indian cinema portraying green flag roles
and red flag roles.</p>

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Shahid Kapoor: Aditya Kashyap
Jab We Met vs. Kabir Singh (Kabir Singh):

 

 

Green Flag: Aditya Kashyap

In
the movie called <span lang=”EN-US” style=”font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%; color: black; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;”>Jab We Met, Shahid Kapoor plays the
character, Aditya Kashyap who is a great businessman but
emotionally drained in his personal life. He embarks on a
journey of self-discovery with the
vivacious Geet. Aditya’s character is
almost a green flag in every sense. He is
kind-hearted, understanding,
and respectful towards Geet’s choices. His transformation from a gloomy, lost
individual to a supportive friend and eventually a loving partner is handled
with grace and emotional maturity. Aditya encourages Geet to be herself, supports her dreams, and never forces his
feelings on her, making him a character with admirable traits.

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Kabir Singh:

On
the other end of the spectrum, is the character of Kabir Singh, also played
by Shahid Kapoor in 2019. Kabir is a
successful surgeon, but his
His personal life is marked with arrogance, possessiveness, and reckless behavior. Kabir’s toxic traits
– violent outbursts, alcoholism, and
Controlling behavior towards his love interest—Preeti—are clear red flags. While the film
portrays him as a passionate lover, his inability to
respect boundaries and his self-destructive tendencies paint
him as a problematic figure. Kabir’s> character
sparks a debate on how toxic masculinity is glorified in cinema, making him an
emblem of red flag behaviors.

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Alia Bhatt: Kaira (Dear
Zindagi) vs. Veera Tripathi (Highway):

Green Flag:
Kaira:

In Dear Zindagi‘s film, Alia Bhatt plays the
character named Kaira who is a successful cinematographer dealing with mental
health issues and personal insecurities. Kaira’s character is
not without flaws, but her journey towards self-awareness, emotional growth and
Seeking therapy makes her a green flag. She acknowledges
her problems, works
on them and learns to navigate relationships with maturity. The portrayal of Kaira breaks the
stigma surrounding mental health and emphasizes the importance of addressing
emotional wounds healthily.

Red Flag:
Veera Tripathi:

Alia’s
character in Highway is complex,
and though Veera isn’t inherently a red flag, In terms of toxic behaviour, her reactions and
Decisions can be problematic in certain contexts. After being ang=”EN-US” style=”font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%; color: black; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;”>kidnapped, Veera forms a bond
with her captor, leading to a Stockholm syndrome-like situation. While Veera’slang=”EN-US” style=”font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; color: black;”> trauma and her emotional journey are central to the narrative, her attachment to
her abductor blurs the lines of a healthy relationship, leading to morally
ambiguous behaviors. It showcases how
deep-rooted trauma can </span>judge and make one
overlook dangerous situations.

 

 

Ranbir Kapoor: Bunny (Yeh
Jawaani Hai Deewani vs. Ved (Tamasha):

 Green Flag: Bunny (Kabir
Thapar):

In
the film Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani, the bunny’s
character showcases dreaming, focused on adventure and travel. Though initially self-absorbed, bunny grows
into a green flag character as the film progresses. He  recognizes
the value of relationships and learns to balance
his love for adventure with the importance of love and commitment. His emotional
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who values his connection makes him an endearing figure—a green flag in the eyes of those
who appreciate growth and self-awareness.

 

Red Flag: Ved Vardhan Sahni

In Tamasha, Ranbir Kapoor’s portrayal of Ved, explores a man trapped
in societal expectations, struggling with an
identity crisis. Ved is
emotionally unstable, and erratic and often lets his frustration out, on others
especially his love interest, Tara. His outbursts,
impulsive decisions and inability to cope with his reality are red flags
that indicate emotional immaturity and unresolved issues. Though Ved ultimately
finds his true <span lang=”EN-US” style=”font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%; color: black; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;”>self, his journey is
riddled with moments about how we
handle personal pain and its impact on relationships.

 

 

Deepika
Padukone: Piku Banerjee (Piku) vs. Veronica (Cocktail)

Green Flag:
Piku Banerjee

 

Deepika’s
portrayal of Piku in yle=”background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; line-height: 107%;”>Piku is that of an independent, strong-willed
woman who balances her demanding career with the responsibility of caring for
her aging father. Piku is a green flag because of her resilience, patience, and
sense of duty. She is assertive but never disrespectful, understanding but not
a pushover. Piku’s character represents emotional strength, self-reliance, and
maturity, making her a role model for modern women navigating family
obligations and personal aspirations.

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Red Flag: Veronica

 

In Cocktail<span lang=”EN-US” style=”font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%; color: black;”>, Deepika Padukone plays
Veronica, a carefree, rebellious woman who enjoys her life on her terms but
struggles with deep-seated emotional issues. Veronica’s red flag behaviours emerge in her impulsiveness, self-destructive tendencies,
and her need for validation from others. Her jealousy, reckless partying, and
Emotional dependency makes her a character who is struggling to find balance.
often crossing boundaries that result in strained relationships. While her
transformation in the movie is notable; her initial traits reflect emotional
instability and vulnerability to toxic behaviors<span style=”color: black;”>.