Anil Kapoor Reveals The Film That Gave Him Courage
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Synopsis
Actor Anil Kapoor reflects on the film 'Eeshwar' as he celebrates its 36th anniversary, sharing how the role made him fearless in taking on older characters. He also praises Aryan Khan for his directorial debut while reminiscing about his contributions to Indian cinema.
Key Takeaways
- Anil Kapoor celebrates the 36th anniversary of 'Eeshwar'.
- The film instilled a sense of fearlessness in him.
- He emphasizes the importance of taking risks as an actor.
- Anil praises Aryan Khan's directorial debut.
- He reflects on his journey in Indian cinema and honors past collaborations.
Mumbai, Feb 24 (NationPress) Actor Anil Kapoor, known for his role in ‘Fighter’, is commemorating the 36th anniversary of a film that holds a special place in his heart.
On Monday, he utilized the Stories feature on Instagram to share snapshots from the film while recounting its significance.
He noted, “At just 31, I portrayed a 71-year-old character in Eeshwar; acting as someone who ages from 25 to 75 instilled a sense of fearlessness in me. Since that role, I've embraced older characters without hesitation—be it in Lamhe or several other films that came afterward.”
He elaborated, “As actors, we must take risks, venture beyond our comfort zones, and have faith in our paths. Collaborating with the legendary K. Vishwanath ji—recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and a true visionary—was a treasure I will always value. His mentorship provided me with priceless insights, and the memories of Eeshwar remain etched in my heart even today #36YearsOfEeshwar.”
Previously, Anil praised Aryan Khan, the son of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, for his directorial debut. He even likened Aryan to a younger version of Manmohan Desai.
Using his Instagram Stories, Anil shared the trailer for Aryan’s upcoming streaming series ‘Ba***ds of Bollywood’. The unique promo features Aryan directing SRK.
Anil expressed, “With the Dyavol in the Director's chair, #TheBadsofBollywood is a guaranteed blockbuster. Aryan, you remind me of a youthful Manmohan Desai...Kudos to you, @iamsrk, and the whole family for such an impressive debut.”
Earlier, Anil marked the 44th anniversary of ‘Hum Paanch’, a landmark film in Indian cinema. Directed by Bapu and produced by Surinder Kapoor under the family’s SK Films banner, it was a significant project.
Anil served as a casting director for the film. Reflecting on his journey, he shared a rare image from the film’s production and honored the team behind the iconic piece.
