Approval of Salim-Javed must for 'Zanjeer' remake: Arbaaz Khan

Approval of Salim-Javed must for 'Zanjeer' remake: Arbaaz Khan
Wednesday, April 24, 2013 11:27 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
Actor Arbaaz Khan, whose father Salim co-scripted the film, feels that it's important to take the consent of all the people who were part of the original while remaking a movie

The remake of the Amitabh Bachchan starrer has been in news regarding copyright and royalty issues. Both - Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar -- who scripted the original, have been fighting for the intellectual rights of the new version.

"It's important to take consent while making a remake and more so if the person has the rights of the film. There are times when writers either relinquish or give out their rights. In this ('Zanjeer') case the remake rights were with dad and Javed saheb... so if this film had to be made so at least their approval should have been taken, " Arbaaz told.


"They should have been taken into consideration and then the film should have been made, " he said.

With Apoorva Lakhia-directed remake underway, the veteran writers moved the Bombay High Court earlier this month, seeking a stay order on the release of the film.

"I will not like to comment much on that as it's technical, my father knows it more and I feel it's not right for me to say something. I think the matter is sub-judice so for me to comment on it is not fair, " Arbaaz said.

Earlier, the writers had complained to the Film Writers Association demanding Rs six crore from the makers, arguing that the remake cannot be released without the original scriptwriters' consent.


Telugu actor Ram Charan, son of Chiranjeevi, will step into Big B's shoes, while Priyanka Chopra will reprise the role of Jaya Bachchan and Sanjay Dutt will play the iconic role of Sher Khan, originally played by noted actor Pran.

The remake version is produced by Amit Mehra, son of Prakash Mehra, the producer and director of the original. The film is likely to release in June this year.
Singham Again Wins the Monday Test with estimated collection of 17-18 Crores on Day 4!

Audiences are rallying behind Singham Again, making it their top choice this week. Following an impressive weekend collection that set box office records, Singham Again shows

Tuesday, November 05, 2024
Audiences Celebrate Diwali with Singham Again as the Film Roars on Weekend!

Rohit Shetty's highly anticipated cop-drama Singham Again has made a thunderous impact at the box office. The film, led by Ajay Devgn, drew massive crowds and raked in impressive

Monday, November 04, 2024
Samantha Ruth Prabhu De-Stresses with Intense Workouts and Explores Rajasthan's Beauty!

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently showcased her de-stressing ritual with some intense fitness training, proving once again that she's as strong as she is stunning. Taking to Instagram

Monday, November 04, 2024
Kriti Sanon and Rumoured Boyfriend Kabir Bahia Spotted at Mumbai Airport: Details Inside!

Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon, who has been basking in the positive reception of her maiden production Do Patti, was recently spotted at the Mumbai airport on Sunday alongside her

Monday, November 04, 2024
Poojan Chhabra on building a strong connection with co-star Bhuvan Arora on the sets of Amazon MX Player's Fisaddi!

Amazon MX Player, Amazon's free video streaming platform, recently released the bromance drama, Fisaddi. Set in Allahabad University, the series follows the story of two

Monday, November 04, 2024
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT