Akshay Oberoi Reflects on the Impact of ‘Laal Rang’ Nine Years Later
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Synopsis
As ‘Laal Rang’ marks its ninth anniversary, Akshay Oberoi reflects on its impact in Hindi cinema. Despite not achieving box-office success, he expresses gratitude for the film's recognition. Oberoi recalls his learning experiences while working with Randeep Hooda and how the film shaped his career, highlighting its unique narrative and themes.
Key Takeaways
- ‘Laal Rang’ celebrates nine years in Hindi cinema.
- Akshay Oberoi reflects on the film's emotional impact.
- Collaboration with Randeep Hooda was a significant learning experience.
- Directed by Syed Ahmad Afzal, it explores blood theft in Haryana.
- The film left a lasting impression despite box office challenges.
Mumbai, April 22 (NationPress) As ‘Laal Rang’ celebrated its ninth anniversary in Hindi cinema on Tuesday, actor Akshay Oberoi took a moment to reflect, stating that while the film may not have made significant box-office waves, it undoubtedly left an imprint on the audience's hearts.
In his heartfelt message regarding the film's milestone, Akshay Oberoi expressed, “It’s been nine years since Laal Rang released, and I feel immensely grateful that the film is finally getting the recognition it always deserved.”
He acknowledged that collaborating with Randeep Hooda was an invaluable learning experience for him.
“The film is trending on social media; fans are tagging me, revisiting scenes, and sending love. It’s truly overwhelming and heartwarming. Working with Randeep was a significant learning curve for me,”
he added.
Directed by Syed Ahmad Afzal, Laal Rang was a gritty and unconventional film that delved into the dark issue of blood theft in Haryana.
Reflecting on how Laal Rang influenced his career, Akshay remarked, “I consider myself fortunate that Laal Rang came into my life at such an early stage in my career. It provided me the opportunity to be part of something unconventional and meaningful. While the film may not have generated box office excitement at the time, it certainly left a lasting impression on the hearts of those who viewed it.”
“Moreover, Syed Ahmad Afzal possessed a unique and fearless voice as a filmmaker. His vision transformed a dark subject into an emotionally rich and layered narrative,”
he concluded.
Laal Rang was released in 2016 and features Piaa Bajpai in the lead roles.
Set in Haryana, the film illustrates the theft of blood from blood banks and examines how the lives of two friends engaged in this trade are impacted. It narrates the story of Rajesh, who teams up with Shankar, who runs an illicit business, to earn money and impress his girlfriend.
