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Saturday Dec 22 8:15 PM

Bollywood Trade News Network

The Bhatt land manages to be in the news every now n then through their bold, courageous films, films dealing with an unusual engagement with the psychological damage arising from infringement of social norms, situations which are characteristic deep mental/emotion damage and trauma, stories influenced from real life situations, characters, heart touching (heartfelt) subjects. Their genre of movies have always been unique, out of the box, they are the pioneers to showcase luculent stories, characters, serious films demanding strong performances, that created a niche audience. Thrills, sex, romance, social issues, complex relationships are the ingredients of their movies, which are dealt in sublime manner. Their movie traces and excavates the root cause of any issue, relationships, and trauma and surmounts a gallant approach in a fantabulous manner. They are not fussy in expressing their ideas. And the same will be witnessed in the upcoming flick SHOWBIZ.
In conversation with Mahesh Bhatt

1) Is the story of SHOWBIZ inspired by any specific reality show?

A No, not in particular. Ya but it is definitely inspired by the current trend on television industry of reality shows. Our film is not just confined to reality shows; reality show is just a medium to showcase the true picture of today's media (the paparazzi segment of journalism). SHOWBIZ highlights the negative side of fame. Fame is not always sugary, we have tried to show the other (dark) side of fame and Roses always come with thorns.

2) Why a subject on yellow journalism? Are you angry with media?

A- we are not angry with media. We are here to make films and create new types of villains hidden in the society (hidden behind the curtains and who play all the dirty games). We are not against media. There are good and bad aspects in media, good people and bad people in media, we have just tried to convey how paparazzi are growing fast in this industry. It tries to convey that once you become a star how that star becomes a commodity for media. JOB OF A REPORTER IS TO REPORT AND NOT CREATE FALSE STORIES.

3) Raju khan, director of SHOWBIZ, is a choreographer-turned-director, what do you have to say about Raju as a director?

A- Yes, he's talented and a good person too. He solely handled and headed the creative aspect of the film. Our assistance was always there whenever he required.

4) We also heard that there were some issues between Mukesh Bhatt and director Raju Khan? Is that resolved?

A- Yes, you are right. There were issues between Mukesh and Raju. I even tried to resolve but couldn't. We all work as a family, treat everyone as our family and which family doesn't have disputes and misunderstandings, since we are part of media we get exposed.

5) You always give chance to newcomers. Why the Bhatts refrain from taking established ones? When will existing stars get opportunity to work with Bhatt's?

A- we are not restricting ourselves to cast established ones, if the script requires casting the existing ones, we'll definitely cast them. Creating and establishing new people is far more enjoying these days. It is fun to work with new entrants, groom, train and establish them.

6) You also sent Tushar and Mrinalini to acting worshops?

A- yes, Tushar and Mrinalini attended 3 months acting worskshop at Anupam Khers acting institute, which we paid for (laughs). I think every actor before getting into acting (or before starting) should get a hang on film culture. Even Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan assisted before entering into acting, this builds up their camera confidence, judgment in facing camera, the technical know-how. In short it gives a practical exposure towards acting.

7) Forthcoming films

A- Pooja is coming up with new movie which is under production KAJRARA RE. I am writing for the film, this will be shot in Morocco and Pakistan. Another film, which is coming up is JANNAT starring Imran Hashmi for which announcements will be made in January. The story deals with the betting world of cricket.