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Son of Sardar 2 Cinematographer Aseem Bajaj Praises Ajay Devgn's Passion For Filmmaking: 'I Get Really Surprised...'
Last Updated: Award-winning cinematographer Aseem Bajaj talks about working on Son of Sardar 2, the challenges of filming in Scotland, and his long-standing collaboration with Ajay Devgn. Cinematographer Aseem Bajaj, known for his striking visuals in films like Bholaa, Runway 34, Bhuj, and Golmaal, is once again teaming up with Ajay Devgn for Son of Sardar 2. The award-winning DOP, son of veteran theatre artist and academician Ram Gopal Bajaj, brings with him decades of experience across more than 20 feature films. In an exclusive interaction, Aseem opened up about his approach to the film, his creative partnership with Ajay Devgn, and the challenges of shooting in Scotland. A Special Collaboration For Bajaj, working on Son of Sardar 2 carried an added sense of nostalgia. 'I'm always happy to collaborate with Mr. Devgn, but this is extra special because of the Director, Mr. Vijay Arora. Mr. Arora has been one of my Cinematography teachers when I was starting out," he shared. Interestingly, Bajaj revealed that the film, while retaining the central character of Jassi (played by Devgn), is not designed as a direct sequel. 'The film has a vibrant colour palette because it's a lighthearted comedy. Compared to the original SOS, though, it's smaller in cinematic scale and visual style," he explained. Crafting a Vibrant Visual Language Asked about his creative choices, Bajaj admitted that there were no radical experiments this time around. 'Honestly, no experiments in visual style for this film—we stuck to a happy, vibrant, and colourful space because that was essentially the demand of the narrative." This simplicity, he believes, serves the film's comedic essence better than stylistic flourishes. Challenges Under Scotland's Sun The picturesque Scottish landscape plays a key role in the film, but Bajaj admitted that its beauty came with hurdles. 'The natural light in Scotland is stunningly beautiful but it comes with its own set of challenges. For example, we were filming the climax scene in open daylight exterior of the Mansion for five consecutive days. But the sunlight is constantly changing—matching it all is a very challenging task." Thankfully, he noted, the support of his skilled crew made it possible to achieve the visual consistency the film required. Ajay Devgn: A Filmmaker's Mind Having worked with Ajay Devgn for over two decades, Bajaj described the camaraderie as both professional and personal. 'I love it. I've collaborated with Mr. Devgn on many movies, including all four films that he has directed so far. He's good fun to work with and even just to hang with because he's always only thinking of films." He added with admiration, 'Sometimes I really get surprised by Mr. Devgn's technical knowledge of cinema technology. His passion for visual effects really throws me off balance at times, but then I end up learning bits and pieces from those moments." A Cinematographer's Philosophy Despite his technical prowess, Bajaj insists that his roots in theatre continue to shape his creative vision. 'Being a DOP, I probably should be more technical in my approach, but I'm not. My background is live stage and performing arts, so for me the script, narrative, and performance are everything. I love my actors more than my camera or lights." It's this balance—between vibrant visuals, storytelling, and collaboration—that Bajaj hopes audiences will feel when Son of Sardar 2 hits the big screen. view comments First Published: 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.
India.com
29-06-2025
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- India.com
Meet Bollywood actor who was a hit as a hero but flopped as a director, every film he directed was a disaster, his name is…
The relationship between an actor and a director is very deep. If the actor follows the director's instructions, he can do wonders in the film, but if the director himself loses his direction or becomes weak somewhere, the film can lose its direction. Sometimes it also happens that the actor himself is the director of his own film. This work becomes a little complicated. Today, we will tell you about an actor who became a flop director. How Ajay Devgn's directed films turned out to be flops Many actors have done such experiments, but the success rate has not been very good. The actor in question is none other than Ajay Devgn. Take Singham for example. When he took command of the direction along with acting, his boat sank in the middle of the sea. Imagine that Ajay Devgn, who gave hit films with other directors as an actor, could not give a good film under his own direction. Ajay Devgn directed four films and all four of them could neither impress the fans nor show any magic at the box office. Ajay Devgn's list of flop films as a director U Me Aur Hum (2008) – A romantic drama starring Ajay Devgn and Kajol in the lead roles, based on a couple dealing with memory loss. This was Ajay Devgn's first directorial venture. The budget of this film is said to be 25 crores and the film grossed 27.86 crores in India. It proved to be a flop. Shivaay (2016) – An action drama in which Devgn plays a mountaineer on a mission to save his daughter. The film is known for its use of technology and the use of helicam. It received mixed reviews and grossed over Rs 138.55 crore worldwide. The budget of the film is said to be 100 crore. Runway 34 (2022) – A thriller-drama inspired by true events, in which Devgn deals with trouble in the role of a pilot. The film's cinematography was praised but it failed commercially. The budget of this film is said to be 105 crores while its total earnings were 54.71 crores. Bhola (2023) – Hindi remake of Tamil film Kaithi, an action thriller in which Devgn played the role of a man on a mission who was earlier a criminal. Even the strong technical effects could not give this film strength at the box office. The budget of this film was 100 crores and it earned 111.64 crores.
Mint
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
MrBeast now a billionaire: Check top 5 richest Indian influencers, their net worth, assets and more
YouTuber MrBeast, Jimmy Donaldson, just became a billionaire and has an estimated net worth of $1 billion ( ₹ 8,350 crore). With this, the 27-year-old influencer is now the eighth youngest billionaire across the globe. Now that MrBeast is the only one under 30 who didn't inherit his wealth, let's take a look at the desi influencers who have also made it big in the digital content space. Influencers have also been gaining prominence in India, with several of them even entering Bollywood and producing their own OTT content. They have come a long way in the last 10 years, when this was not even a known profession in India. Here are the top 5 richest influencers who left a mark in the digital content world: Instagram followers: 20.5 million Bhuvan Bam, one of the earliest content creators in India, is the richest among all influencers in the country. His journey in the digital arena began in 2015 with BB Ki Vines, which hooked the youth of India to its relatable humour and unforgettable characters. However, Bhuvan did not become a millionaire overnight or with just a YouTube channel. His current net worth combines incomes from his YouTube channel, brand endorsements with companies like Lenskart, Beardo, Tata Motors, and others, merchandise, live shows, and acting gigs like Taaza Khabar with OTT platforms. Instagram followers: 4.3 million Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, managed to make a name for himself in a rather short time since his digital presence. The 31-year-old's content creation journey began when he was 22, and has since diversified beyond digital creator to being an entrepreneur and podcaster. Despite the controversy, Ranveer's net worth was valued at ₹ 60 crore in 2025. This income includes YouTube, brand deals, podcasts, and business ventures. Instagram followers: 21.5 million Ajey Nagar, known by his moniker CarryMinati, is the most-subscribed YouTuber in Asia. His digital content journey began when he was just 10 years of age. What began as simple football tutorials on YouTube eventually shifted to comic skits, roasting videos, and satirical content. Ajey's income combines revenue from YouTube ads, brand endorsements, music videos like Yalgaar, and his investment in ventures like Bing Bang Esports and the stock market. He has also featured in the 2022 movie Runway 34 and a web series. Instagram followers: 17.2 million Ashish Chanchlani started as a movie reviewer but gained a significant following for his humour. His hilarious videos took off on the Internet, making him a well-known comedian over time. Now, Ashish's income comes from the revenue from his YouTube channel, live shows, brand endorsements, and his family's cinema business. Instagram followers: 1 million Ashna Shroff, who recently married singer Armaan Malik, is among the top influencers in India. Her content is mainly focused on fashion, and she enjoys a loyal fan base for it. The influencer, who owns an online home decor brand – The Snob Home, has collaborated with some of the A-listed brands, both domestic and international, including Tarun Tahiliani, Manish Malhotra, Dior, Diesel and more. Disclaimer: The net worth of the influencers is based on publicly available data and media reports.
