Abhay Deol Reflects on ‘Road, Movie’: I Was Seeking Something Unique Like My Character

Synopsis
Actor Abhay Deol reflects on the 15th anniversary of 'Road, Movie,' sharing his personal journey of seeking something new and exciting, just like his character in the film. The film is back in theaters, encouraging audiences to experience its unique narrative.
Key Takeaways
- Abhay Deol expresses his personal quest for uniqueness similar to his character in “Road, Movie”.
- The film celebrates its 15th anniversary and is being re-released in theaters.
- Directed by Dev Benegal, the film offers a fresh perspective on mainstream narratives.
- “Bun Tikki”, Abhay's latest film, premiered at the 36th Palm Springs International Film Festival.
- It tells a touching story of family dynamics and identity through the eyes of a child.
Mumbai, March 9 (NationPress) As “Road, Movie” celebrates its 15th anniversary in Hindi cinema and is back in theaters, actor Abhay Deol revealed that, similar to his character in the film, he too was in pursuit of something fresh, unique, and exhilarating.
Abhay shared the film's trailer on Instagram, directed by Dev Benegal.
He mentioned in the caption: “This film marked the early years of my career. Like my character, I was on a quest for something new, something different, something unfamiliar and thrilling.”
“Road Movie” is once again showing in cinemas today. If you're interested in experiencing something that challenges the mainstream narrative as it did 15 years ago, don’t miss the chance to watch it in theaters before it disappears!
“Road, Movie” also features Tannishtha Chatterjee and Satish Kaushik. It made its debut at the 2009 Toronto International Film Festival and was part of the Generation 14plus section at the 60th Berlin International Film Festival in February 2010.
The film narrates the story of a young man named Vishnu, whose journey across the legendary Indian landscape transforms into a life-altering adventure.
Abhay's latest project, “Bun Tikki,” recently had its global premiere at the esteemed 36th Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) in California.
This coming-of-age drama, directed by Faraz Arif Ansari, centers on a seven-year-old boy named Shanu and his single father Sidhant as they navigate family relationships and identity.
The film also features Zeenat Aman, Shabana Azmi, Nushrratt Bharuccha, and Rohaan Singh, offering a heartwarming narrative about family, love, and identity.
“Bun Tikki” follows the journey of seven-year-old Shanu and his single father, Sidhant. Shanu faces challenges of self-discovery amidst societal obstacles, while Sidhant deals with grief and societal expectations as he strives to understand his child.
Recently, Abhay reconnected with his co-stars from “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara”, Hrithik Roshan and Farhan Akhtar, for an advertisement for Yas Island in Abu Dhabi.