Fashion couldn`t have been made without Priyanka

Fashion couldn`t have been made without Priyanka
Friday, July 04, 2008 14:44 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
After finishing 'Fashion', Madhur Bhandarkar will make a hard-hitting film on a prison escape titled 'Jail' with Neil Nitin Mukesh.

He says he wanted to shoot it in a real prison.

'But there were too many practical problems. It'll be in the thriller format. I've been mulling the subject right from the time I made 'Chandni Bar'. Now I've completely revamped the film, ' Bhandarkar told.

Bhandarkar liked Neil's work in 'Johnny Gaddar' and thus chose him to play the lead.

'I saw his work in 'Johnny Gaddar' and I knew he was perfect. I don't think a prison story like 'Jail' has been done so far in Hindi. I always want to go into genres that are new for me and for the audience.'

The film will be a two-hour taut thriller produced jointly by Bhandarkar and Percept Pictures.

'I'll now make all my films in collaboration with another company. Percept has been with me through my last few films barring 'Fashion', which I co-produce with UTV.'

The acclaimed director says he was taken aback by the National Award for 'Traffic Signal'. Incidentally, he was caught in traffic in the pouring rain when news of award reached him.

'Since the National Awards are running a year late, I wasn't even aware that 'Traffic Signal' was up for consideration. I was stuck in the torrential rains when a news channel from Delhi called to inform me. I thought it was a joke. Later the phone started ringing.

'The film was very difficult to make. There were 60 characters. And half of them were non-actors, straight from the streets. And we did no workshops.'

Though Bhandarkar has won National awards for both 'Chandni Bar' and 'Page 3', this is his first National award for best director. For the first time, two films of the same director were competing against each other.

'My 'Traffic Signal' and 'Corporate' were in the race together. Both are my babies and equally important. I felt very sad when 'Chandni Bar' and 'Page 3' didn't get enough popular awards. But I've no complaints.

'Without a godfather I've created a niche for myself. I've acquired a branding today. And I'm proud of my achievement.'

'Fashion' budgeted at Rs.200 million is Bhandarkar's most glamorous and expensive film to date.

''Traffic Signal' was made on a cost of Rs.40 million. 'Chandni Bar' was made for Rs.15 million. 'Fashion' is a big financial leap. Because of the kind of opulence that the film has, we needed a big star.

'Priyanka Chopra is a glamorous star and the film couldn't have been made without her.'

For his past films, the director has been turned down by Karisma Kapoor ('Satta'), Kareena Kapoor ('Page 3') and Aishwarya Rai ('Corporate').

'It's taken me a long time to get here, ' Bhandarkar said.
Marvel's Unexpected Team-up is here! Thunderbolts Tickets open now!

This isn’t just another chapter; it’s the beginning of a whole new era. With fresh alliances, unforeseen twists, and

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Kull - The Legacy Of The Raisingghs Trailer: One Family, One Curse, Too Many Secrets!

This summer, enter a realm where loyalty is fragile, secrets simmer beneath the surface, and blood

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Wamiqa Gabbi Radiates Emotion Ahead of 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' Release!

As anticipation builds for the release of Bhool Chuk Maaf, actress Wamiqa Gabbi has captured hearts on social

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Veer Pahariya Melts Hearts with Adorable Gym Session Featuring His Pet Dog!

Bollywood’s newest action sensation, Veer Pahariya, recently gave fans a heartwarming glimpse into his

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Saif Ali Khan says he hated himself on the first day of shooting Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins in IMDb exclusive!

Jewel Thief- The Heist Begins, the action heist thriller starring Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Kunal Kapoor

Saturday, April 26, 2025
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT