Bhandarkar's reel-move, 'Page 3' to 'Corporate'

Bhandarkar's reel-move, 'Page 3' to 'Corporate'
Tuesday, April 19, 2005 13:59 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
After the astonishing success of "Page 3", director Madhur Bhandarkar has decided to dig his fingers into the affluent world of business in "Corporate".

"It would certainly have the same gritty, raw-and-real look as 'Page 3'... and lots of real-life elements and characters will find their way into the film," tells Bhandarkar .

"I'm doing a whole lot of research to know how the business world works. It would be a very emotional journey, much like Lataji's song 'Kitne ajeeb rishte hain yahan par' typified in 'Page 3'."

Ever since "Page 3" hit off, Bhandarkar and his "Page 3" writer Manoj Tyagi had been looking into sectors of society they thought could be exposed like the beau-monde in "Page 3".

"And we hit on the corporate world! The characters can be larger-than-life, and yet, straight out of the newspapers."

Earlier, Shyam Benegal too had made a brilliant study of corporate mores in "Kalyug", right? "Yes, I hope 'Corporate' will be at least half as hard-hitting," Bhandarkar enthuses.

Earlier, Bhandarkar had been planning to make a film on adultery called "Extra". "But the script wasn't going anywhere," he says.

He promises not to succumb to the temptation of signing big-name stars, who are now eager to work with him.

"If I do that I'll be back making 'Aan: Men At Work' where I worked with many big stars. But the film didn't work.

"I will have 2-3 stars in 'Corporate' because the script needs them. But all the rest of the cast will be relatively new, from the theatre and so on. 'Corporate' will have two women in the pivotal roles, an older female entrepreneur and a novice."

The film starts in July. And like "Page 3", "Corporate" too promises to have lots of characters and an element of the thrill.

Sahara Percept, which also produced "Page 3" will produce "Corporate".

"Page 3" has turned the tides for Sahara, which till then was only looked on as a moneyed production house with no success in filmmaking.

Now it has struck a deal with Sony Entertainment for the satellite deal of "Page 3" for Rs.22.5 million. "They're very happy with me. They gifted me a car."

And of course, the theme of "Corporate" will be realistically treated, Bhandarkar says.

"After 'Page 3', no more escapist films like 'Aan...' for me. The crux will be the authenticity that made 'Chandni Bar' and 'Page 3' so appealing to audiences," Bhandarkar says.

"'Page 3' has got me unbelievable appreciation. I was in London with my wife Renu, and I couldn't hear the end of it."
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