Subhash Ghai Declines Credit for Anil Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, and Jackie Shroff's Stardom
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Synopsis
Renowned filmmaker Subhash Ghai recently stated that he does not deserve credit for the stardom of actors Anil Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, and Jackie Shroff. He emphasized that their success was destined and that his role was to facilitate their growth as genuine talents.
Key Takeaways
- Subhash Ghai does not take credit for actors' success.
- He believes destiny played a role in their stardom.
- Collaboration with genuine actors is essential.
- Authenticity and eagerness to learn are key traits he values.
- Ghai's memoir reflects on his journey in Indian cinema.
Mumbai, March 9 (NationPress) Renowned filmmaker Subhash Ghai, celebrated for iconic films like ‘Karz’, ‘Hero’, ‘Taal’, and ‘Ram Lakhan’, has recently stated that he doesn't deserve credit for the stardom of actors such as Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit, and Meenakshi Seshadri.
The filmmaker asserted that these actors were meant to achieve stardom; it was merely fate that united them and facilitated their mutual growth.
In a conversation with film industry expert Komal Nahta on his podcast ‘Game Changers’, Ghai offered valuable insights into his distinctive method of collaborating with some of Bollywood’s leading talents.
When Nahta inquired about his technique for elevating these actors to star status, Ghai humbly replied, “I didn’t make them stars, their destiny did. Destiny brought us together, and I found them to be genuine, eager learners. They didn’t appear fake or artificial, which is why I encouraged collaboration among them, be it with Jackie, Madhuri, Anil, Sanju, or others.”
He highlighted that his method is fundamentally based on an actor’s desire for growth and learning. For him, the most crucial aspect in selecting actors is their authenticity and eagerness to improve, beyond just their talent. “The most important thing for me is that a person who wishes to learn and has the drive to succeed can have their talent nurtured by a director,” he noted.
Previously, the filmmaker explained the inspiration behind the title of his memoir, ‘Karma's Child: The Story of Indian Cinema’. Ghai took to Instagram to share a nostalgic photo with veteran writer Gulzar.
He also included a detailed note in the caption relaying Gulzar's reflection on the book's title, stating, “Why did they name your book as karma’s child? Gulzar saab explained that only the innate talent of a child like you could create such timeless classics. It just happens.”
Ghai went on to express, “It’s your own karma and courage to progress and shine as a filmmaker for 40 years. I felt deeply moved by his affection and support during the launch of my book at the Mumbai film festival. Thank you, Gulzar sahab. I am still a student.”
‘Karma's Child: The Story of Indian Cinema's Ultimate Showman’ was unveiled at the 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.
