Philosophy

PK, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, is a satirical film that follows an alien questioning human beliefs and practices. Through a philosophical lens, the film explores truth, faith, and the nature of God. PK’s innocent inquiries challenge blind belief and social constructs, encouraging rational thinking. It raises essential questions about reality, morality, and organized religion, ultimately suggesting that genuine spirituality lies in humanity, honesty, and critical understanding.

Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a profound novel that follows Raskolnikov, a young man who commits murder believing himself above moral law. Through a philosophical lens, the novel explores guilt, morality, free will, and justice. It questions whether intellectual reasoning can justify crime and shows the inner conflict between conscience and ideology, ultimately suggesting that true redemption comes through suffering, moral awakening, and acceptance of ethical responsibility.