The post discusses the writer's dissatisfaction with the Bollywood film industry for prioritizing profit-based 'masala' entertainment over critical socio-political issues. It highlights the importance of 'parallel cinema' in raising these concerns, specifically citing 'Massey Sahib', a film directed by Pradip Krishen that exemplifies this movement. Despite not being a commercial success, 'Massey Sahib' is praised for its portrayals of systemic issues like bureaucracy and corruption.