Sridevi signed a rom-com with Kaalidhar Laapata director Madhumita before her demise, Boney Kapoor gave suggestions for Hindi adaptation: ‘I went to her house and she said…'
Recalling her first meeting with the veteran actor, Madhumita shared, 'I had written a story for Sridevi ma'am. I had gone and pitched it, and she loved it. She said yes. It was the sweetest thing ever. This was right after English Vinglish had come out. I went to her house. It was a fun rom-com story. I narrated the story to her and she really liked it. I still remember she made green tea for me herself. She said, 'I love it, let's do it.' We were going to make it in three languages – Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi.'
The writer-director also met Sridevi's husband, Boney Kapoor, for inputs on the Hindi adaptation. 'I met Mr. Boney Kapoor as well. There were some suggestions he had on how to make it best for the Hindi audience. But unfortunately, we lost her. And now, the script is remaining in the cupboard. I can't imagine another actress doing it. It's very hard for me to think of anybody else but her in that film. I had her in my mind while writing every scene. When she is not around anymore, casting anyone else just seems like a compromise. That's why that script is shelved forever as a homage to her,' she added.
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Talking about her first Hindi feature film Kaalidhar Laapata, starring Abhishek Bachchan in the lead role, Madhumita said that the digital release didn't matter to her. 'There is an opinion that one medium of distribution is lesser than another. With amount of time that people have today, we have to realise that there are certain categories of films that the audience wants to go watch at the theatres. We have to be mindful of that. If it's a big scale spectacle, I would not opt for OTT. But with this one, it's a very personal film. You can watch it with your family at home while relaxing. The kind of film decides the medium,' she stated.
When asked about Abhishek's reaction to the movie's script, she shared, 'After hearing the story for 30-40 minutes, he said, 'When are we starting the shoot?' He was ready to go. It was very respectful. AB sir was so attentive, listening and asking questions. I wanted to show a side that no one has seen yet and they couldn't have possibly imagined him doing.'
Besides Abhishek Bachchan, the film also stars Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and child actor Daivik Bhagela in pivotal roles. Backed by Zee Studios and Emmay Entertainment, it is the Hindi remake of Madhumita's 2019 Tamil film K.D.
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Similarly, the lyrics of the same title track 'Jis roz hum tum phir se milenge, yeh saari baatein tujhse kahenge, duniya mein chaahe ban jaayein jo bhi, tere bina tab kuch na rahenge' beautifully melt the devotion of love shown in the cinema through lyrics. Moreover, lyrics of the 'Dhun' song, 'Na kami koi khalegi, tujhe itna pyaar dunga chaand taare le aaun, hai ye to mumkin nahi, par vaada hai ye kasam se, tere saath main rahunga', and 'Ye main daawa nahi kar raha, koi taj mahal hai mera, naam ki chand deewarein hain, jinko hi ghar main kehta raha', reflect the groundedness and reality of their love, devoid of any superfluous claims and wishes. Secondly, the newcomers Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda appear that they are here to stay. Ahaan looks like a mature actor. He has captured the different shades of his character very well. Be it anger issues or out-of-the-world care for his loved one, Ahaan Pandey delivers each emotion with utmost conviction. 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The struggle of Krish is close to the everyday struggle of the youth, where they have to bash their way to glory. Emotions of anger and resentment are a byproduct of the same. Similarly, the innocence and charm of Vaani, seeking pure love from her companion, while sacrificing her dreams for family and love, is a story of many women in Bharat. This relatability has a direct connection with the audience. Also, the affinity quotient is high with Vaani's middle-class family. The scene where Vaani's mother, on meeting Krish for the first time, asks him if he would marry her is pure gold. This is like all mothers caring about the well-being of their daughters, leaving little scope for boys to fool around. Also, the curd-eating scene where Vaani's mother offers curd to Krish in a spoon and he doesn't know how to take it creates the charm of Bharatiya society and our sense of care for each other. Every mother, son and daughter relates to such scenes. Even the connection between Krish and his father in a scene where Krish is injured and his father is applying aid resembles many father-son relationships in Bharat. Secondly, the new faces Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda bring in a refreshing new perspective free from ideological and performance baggage. This adds to the overall equation of likability of the two protagonists. Thirdly, the sacrifice and love shown in the cinema is so pure that one gets satiated with the goodness of the overall viewing. Their love is not a Chhapri love of physical and mental abuse, but is a melting pot of sacrifice, care for each other and respecting each other's feelings and aspirations. Their love is where both grow together with dreams aligned to each other's well-being. The chemistry between the two protagonists is in full display when Vaani stabs Krish and Krish, understanding her condition, rather than being angry, empathises with her and embraces her with all affection. Similarly, Vaani, even while facing an ailment, writes the most significant song for Krish before leaving him so that she doesn't become an impediment to his growth, synthesising the level of sacrifice of two individuals for each other. This is a love story that one has been craving for ages. Also, the climax of the cinema epitomises their love and spirit of sacrifice very well. The last scene where two protagonists soak in the love of their fans, which has been the true wish of Vaani for Krish, provides a great completion. Natyashastra speaks about 'Sukhant' and Saiyaara delivers just that, ending the cinema on a very positive note. Lastly, the audience has for long been waiting for a good pure love story. There appears to be a fatigue around thrillers, suspense, abysmal comedies and other genres. Bharatiyas have for long shown their affinity towards 'prem rasa', which is again being showcased by the box office collection of Saiyaara. The theatre experience videos of the cinema, which have created quite a buzz, might or might not be a PR exercise. People might or might not feel like that about the cinema after watching it in the theatre. But the cinema goes beyond those theatrical experience videos. This is a love story that is different. This is a love story that has a purpose. It brings in a positive notion about love stories and breaks away from the stereotypical storyline. It pushes forward a narrative of positivity where love is portrayed as a driver for success and how two people finding pure love work to fulfill each other's dreams. The overall experience and messaging of the cinema is very positive, which works wonders for the cinema. Adding further, the acting, direction and music of the cinema compel for a good viewing. The hard work of the actors, directors and musicians needs to be promoted and appreciated. top videos View all Go and watch it in a theatre near you. The author is a columnist and advisor to the Surat Lit Fest, Khajurao Literature Festival, and VESIM Literati Festival, Mumbai. His X handle is @ghumantu_skp. The views expressed in the above piece are personal and solely those of the author. They do not necessarily reflect News18's views. view comments Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 27, 2025, 16:00 IST News opinion Opinion: Saiyaara – Beyond The Hysteria, A Happy Tale Of Love, Faith, Sacrifice & Devotion Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
