Michael to be premiered at Toronto fest, director nervous

Michael to be premiered at Toronto fest, director nervous
Monday, September 05, 2011 11:46 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
Debutant director Ribhu Dasgupta, whose "Michael" is the only Hindi film selected for world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, says he feels honoured but is also nervous.

"It's absolutely an honour, but I am very nervous. I don't know what I will do there! I heard there will be a Q&A session. I really don't know what to say, " Dasgupta told in an interview.

Set in Kolkata, "Michael" is a character-driven psychological thriller, which captures a father-son relationship. Anurag Kashyap has produced the movie.

Though he comes from a film background - he is the son of Bengali filmmaker Raja Dasgupta and grandson of eminent documentary filmmaker Harisadhan Dasgupta, it was English musician Cat Steven's song "Father and Son", which was Ribhu's first inspiration to make the film.

"Cat Steven's song 'Father and Son' was the first inspiration. I also believe that a relationship between a father and son is more subtle than a relationship between a mother and son. With mother it's very vocal and informal, but with father it's more of understanding and subtle. I wanted to explore that, " he said.

Naseeruddin Shah is playing the lead in the film and Dasgupta says the veteran actor was in his mind while sketching the character.

"I couldn't think of anyone else who can portray the character better than him. It was absolute pleasure to get him on board to play the role, " he said.

The film also features Bengali actor Sabyasachi Chakraborty and Rudranil Ghosh in pivotal roles. Besides, the din of North Kolkata plays an important character in his narrative.

"I have portrayed North Kolkata because I love that part of the city as it maintains the decadence of the heritage of Kolkata. When you will see the film, you will know why I chose that part of the city in particular."

"Any film that comes out from any city or state has to have some social, cultural, and political peek to it. It's not the main part of the film, but this noisy and grungy part of the city has an important role in the film, " said the young director.
Varun Dhawan Unveils First Poster of 'Nain Matakka' Featuring Keerthy Suresh!

Varun Dhawan's upcoming film Baby John is already creating waves in the entertainment world. The latest buzz surrounds the highly anticipated track "Nain Matakka," and the excitement reached new heights when Varun shared the

Friday, November 22, 2024
'Agni' Trailer Unveiled: A Tribute to Firefighters' Bravery and Sacrifice!

The much-anticipated trailer for Agni, directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Rahul Dholakia, was released on Thursday, offering a gripping look into the world of firefighters, their bravery, and the sacrifices they make to protect

Friday, November 22, 2024
Sara Ali Khan Shares Fun BTS Moments from Ad Shoot, Invites Fans to Let Their Spirits Soar!

Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan recently took to Instagram to share a delightful behind-the-scenes (BTS) glimpse from her latest advertisement shoot, revealing her cheerful mood and creative spirit. In a playful and heartwarming post, Sara shared a video

Friday, November 22, 2024
Kartik Aaryan Enjoys Quality Time with 'Sea, Sand, and Sun' at IFFI Goa!

Bollywood heartthrob Kartik Aaryan, who is currently in Goa for the prestigious International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and Filmazaar, took a moment to unwind and connect with nature. The actor shared a series of serene pictures on his Instagram, showcasing

Friday, November 22, 2024
Shehnaaz Gill Starts Shooting for Punjabi Film: A New Journey Begins!

Actress and social media sensation Shehnaaz Gill is all set to embark on a new chapter in her career, as she commences shooting for her upcoming Punjabi film. The actress shared her excitement with her fans on Instagram, marking this milestone

Friday, November 22, 2024
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT