New cop thriller will start in August: Apoorva Lakhia

New cop thriller will start in August: Apoorva Lakhia
Monday, June 07, 2010 11:19 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
After "Shootout at Lokhandwala" based on a gunbattle between gangsters and the Mumbai Police in 1991, director Apoorva Lakhia gears up to bring another real cop story on screen starting in August.

"My next film is 'Mumbai Taxi Service' based on an incident that happened in 1985. That's a cop film and we will shoot it in Mumbai. I have a very interesting star cast in that, including Sanjay Dutt, Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar, " Lakhia told in an interview.

"We will start shooting in August and will complete it in 65 days."

Lakhia made his debut as a director with the 2002 film "Mumbai Se Aaya Mera Dost" that had Abhishek Bachchan in the lead. Then he made "Ek Ajnabee" with Amitabh Bachchan and it was followed by the multi-starrer hit thriller "Shootout At Lokhandwala". His last outing as a director was "Mission Istanbul".

Now Lakhia has also donned the actor's cap - he will be seen in the thriller "Knockout" helmed by Mani Shankar. The film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Irrfan Khan and Kangana Ranaut.

"I play a cop who comes in the pre-climax when the situation in the film is getting out of hand. I'm supposed to be this cool killer cop who can get the job done. So, they call me. I come in pretty late in the film, " said Lakhia.

The first look of his debut film as an actor was unveiled at the International Indian Film Academy awards that concluded Saturday.

Asked what inspired him to face the camera, he revealed: "I did it for fun. It's a small role and I did it because I thought I can learn a different thing about cinema - what an actor goes through and what is going on in the director's mind. It's not a very big role. They finished my part in five days in Pune."

So any plans of taking acting seriously?

"It never crossed my mind to take up acting seriously. I'm pretty confident right now as far as my career is concerned. I love directing and that's my priority. I tried it once because I think you should try everything at least once in your life, " he said.
'Tere Mere Darmiyan' from Vikrant Massey's 'The Sabarmati Report' Captures the Pain of Heartbreak!

The soulful song 'Tere Mere Darmiyan' from the upcoming film 'The Sabarmati Report' starring Vikrant Massey was released on Wednesday. Featuring Vikrant Massey and

Thursday, November 14, 2024
Vicky Kaushal to Portray 'Eternal Warrior of Dharma' Chiranjeevi Parashurama in 'Mahavatar'!

Bollywood sensation Vicky Kaushal is set to take on one of the most iconic roles of his career as Chiranjeevi Parashurama in the upcoming mythological epic "Mahavatar," directed by

Thursday, November 14, 2024
'Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein' Season 2 Trailer Unveiled: A Thrilling Ride of Kidnapping, Betrayal, and Revenge!

The much-anticipated trailer for the second season of Netflix's hit streaming series 'Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein' was released on Wednesday, offering fans a glimpse into the

Thursday, November 14, 2024
Ananya Panday Turns Up the Heat in Sizzling Bikini Photos from Dubai Vacation!

Ananya Panday recently took to social media to share glimpses from her Dubai vacation, captivating her fans with stunning beach photos. The Bollywood actress posted a

Thursday, November 14, 2024
Shraddha Kapoor Shares Her Views on Success, Failure, and Everything in Between in Filmfare's November 2024 Edition!

Shraddha Kapoor, a powerhouse performer known for her charm and versatility, continues to dominate Hindi Cinema, a journey that has rightfully landed her on the cover

Thursday, November 14, 2024
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT