Madhoo on 'Governor': Manoj Bajpayee once interviewed her on DD in the 90s
Synopsis
Decades before sharing a film set, Manoj Bajpayee once interviewed Madhoo for a Doordarshan programme in the 1990s. Now co-stars in the financial thriller 'Governor' — inspired by India's 1990 economic crisis — the two have finally made that on-screen pairing a reality, with Bajpayee revealing he was 'scared and nervous' about getting his character's diction exactly right.
Key Takeaways
Actress Madhoo revealed that Manoj Bajpayee once interviewed her for a Doordarshan programme in the 1990s .
The two are now co-stars in the upcoming financial thriller 'Governor' , directed by Chinmay D.
The film is reportedly inspired by events surrounding the 1990 Indian economic crisis . 'Governor' also stars Adah Sharma and Noushad Mohamed Kunju , produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under Sunshine Pictures .
Bajpayee said he was 'very scared and nervous' about his character's diction and worked to keep the language 'measured'.
Veteran actress Madhoo has revealed a charming piece of film history ahead of her upcoming financial thriller 'Governor' — her co-star Manoj Bajpayee once interviewed her for a Doordarshan (DD) programme back in the 1990s, long before they shared a film set. The disclosure came during a recent conversation where Madhoo reflected on her decades-long admiration for the actor.
A Chance Encounter That Became a Dream
'He had once interviewed me for a DD program,' recalled Madhoo, best known for her role in 'Phool Aur Kaante'. The actress admitted that watching Bajpayee on screen over the years had always sparked a desire to collaborate with him. 'Whenever I used to watch him on screen, I used to think how much fun it would be to work with him, but it was just a thought,' she said. 'When I signed this film, it was a dream come true.'
About 'Governor'
Directed by Chinmay D. Mandlekar, 'Governor' is a financial thriller reportedly inspired by the events surrounding the 1990 Indian economic crisis. The film features Manoj Bajpayee, Adah Sharma, and Noushad Mohamed Kunju in key roles. It is produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under his banner Sunshine Pictures.
Bajpayee on the Challenge of Diction
Bajpayee, for his part, has spoken about the meticulous care he took with his character's language in the film. 'I was very scared and nervous because actors, especially people like me, I don't like to go wrong with language and diction,' he said. 'I am from Bihar. So, I know how much I get offended (with language being wrongly spoken).'
He elaborated on his approach: 'It is better to go to the minimum, I always say, because you are making it in Hindi. You need to play up the essence of that language. However, you are not supposed to be completely indulgent about the accent because it will take away the attention from the matter. That is why we have tried to keep a lot of measured things in this, the culture behind the language.'
What to Expect
The pairing of Madhoo and Bajpayee — two actors whose careers span the 1990s golden era of Hindi cinema — gives 'Governor' a nostalgic weight beyond its thriller premise. With a story rooted in one of India's most turbulent economic chapters, the film arrives as a rare mainstream attempt to dramatise financial history. A release date has not yet been officially announced.
Point of View
Or uses it merely as backdrop, will determine if it stands apart from the crowded thriller genre.
NationPress
27 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the film 'Governor' about?
'Governor' is an upcoming Hindi financial thriller reportedly inspired by the events surrounding India's 1990 economic crisis. It is directed by Chinmay D. Mandlekar and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah under Sunshine Pictures.
Who are the main cast members of 'Governor'?
The film stars Manoj Bajpayee, Adah Sharma, and Noushad Mohamed Kunju in key roles, alongside Madhoo.
How did Madhoo and Manoj Bajpayee first meet?
Madhoo revealed that Manoj Bajpayee had interviewed her for a Doordarshan programme in the 1990s, long before they worked together on 'Governor'.
What did Manoj Bajpayee say about his role in 'Governor'?
Bajpayee said he was 'very scared and nervous' about getting his character's diction right. He explained that he chose to keep the language minimal and measured rather than fully indulging the accent, so as not to distract from the story.
When will 'Governor' release?
An official release date for 'Governor' has not yet been announced as of the time of this report.
