Shahid Kapoor's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj biopic gets shelved; director Amit Rai slams the system, calls it ‘cruel'
This film was supposed to star Shahid Kapoor in the role of the Marathi warrior. However, according to the latest reports, the movie will not see the day's light.
Shahid Kapoor's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj biopic gets shelved
Yes, you read that right! The Shahid Kapoor starrer and Amit Rai directorial Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj biopic has been shelved. The director has confirmed the news that one of his most ambitious projects will not be released, according to Mid-Day. Speaking to the same portal on the matter, Amit revealed, "The system is so cruel. Even if you have proved your mettle with a R180 crore film [OMG 2], it's not enough. How is a director supposed to work here, under these systems of casting, production, star, and management?'
He expressed his frustration by adding that an artist lives with a story for five years, and all it takes for someone is just 5 minutes to write a five-pager and pointing out 'what is wrong and what is right in the film."
He continued, 'An actor will only do what's working at the box office. Very few actors were honest with me. Sometimes, they weren't interested in being part of a film that's speaking the truth about society, and instead wanted to do a love story," he added.
Amit Rai to produce his next movie himself
Reportedly, now Amit has decided to produce his next project himself. Hungarian cinematographer Máté Herba and popular action and motion-capture specialist Isaac Hamon are supporting the director in his decision to take all the charge into his hands.
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'OMG 2' actor Pankaj Tripathi is a part of his next, revealed Amit in his interaction with the aforementioned portal. He added that Akshay had also expressed interest in the project. He appreciated both the stars for their genuine personality.
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