interesting!Rohit Shetty recalls his interaction with Vidhu Vinod Chopra and reflects on the dynamic changes in Bollywood

mumbai: In a recent interaction with Film Companion, director Rohit Shetty delved into the changing dynamics of the film industry, looked back on the past and shared humorous anecdotes about Vidhu Vinod Chopra.

Rohit Shetty expressed nostalgic feelings as he looks back on the days when the film industry felt like a united family. He acknowledged the advances in technology, but stressed that the traditional Guru Shishya Parampara (master-disciple tradition) in Indian culture is being lost. Mr. Shetty emphasized the continuity of his core team over the years and emphasized the importance of mutual support among filmmakers.

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Shetty shared a fun incident about Vidhu Vinod Chopra. He recalled when he approached Chopra, a senior figure in the industry, after watching his film ‘The 12th Failure’. At the urging of IPS his Manoj Kumar Sharma, Mr. Shetty conveyed his gratitude for the film. Chopra also reacted to the humorous exchange, expressing happiness and instructing Shetty to send him a bottle of wine. Shetty fondly spoke of this interaction as an expression of the friendship between seniors and juniors that he has fond memories of.

When discussing the changes he has witnessed in his three decades in the industry, Shetty emphasized the sense of family and connectedness that characterized the past. Although he acknowledged the practicalities of modern filmmaking, he expressed his admiration for the boldness and fearlessness of his past. Shetty cited examples of collaboration and unconventional choices that were more prevalent in his earlier days, and contrasted them with the current atmosphere dominated by fear of online criticism.

Shetty mentioned that “The 12th Failure”, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra and starring Vikrant, was submitted as an independent film for the 2024 Oscars. The film is inspired by a true story and depicts the challenges faced by UPSC aspirants and the journey of an IPS officer. Manoj Kumar Sharma. Mr. Shetty highlighted the praise the film received from industry luminaries.

Rohit Shetty looks back at the evolution of Bollywood, citing examples of the collaborative efforts and unconventional choices that characterized its early days. He noted that in contrast to the boldness of the past, the industry has become more cautious and anxious, fearing online criticism and trolling.

As ’12th Fail’ continues to stream on Disney+ Hotstar, Rohit Shetty’s reflections provide insight into the changing dynamics of Bollywood and the camaraderie he fondly remembers.

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