Kookie Gulati: 'Jewel Thief' is the Genre I Excel In
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Synopsis
Kookie Gulati, director of the upcoming 'Jewel Thief', emphasizes that the heist genre is where he thrives. With a commitment to elevating cinematic narratives, he aims to deliver a thrilling experience that challenges audience expectations. The film, featuring Saif Ali Khan, is set to release on April 25 on Netflix.
Key Takeaways
- Director Kookie Gulati thrives in the heist genre.
- 'Jewel Thief' aims to raise the bar for heist thrillers.
- Siddharth Anand recognized Kookie's directorial spark.
- Kookie reworked the script to align with a grand vision.
- Expect twists and depth in the narrative.
Mumbai, April 9 (NationPress) Director Kookie Gulati, who is preparing for the launch of his upcoming project ‘Jewel Thief’, stated that the heist genre is where he truly excels.
Kookie has a track record of delivering genre-defying stories, each presenting something innovative, surprising, and ahead of its time. With ‘Jewel Thief’, he aims to elevate the heist thriller to unprecedented levels, further establishing himself as a significant cinematic force.
Reflecting on the project, Kookie shared, “When I joined the team, parts of the movie were already filmed. However, I recognized its potential to be so much more. I reworked sections of the script, incorporated music, and enhanced the entire story to match Siddharth and Mamta’s grand vision. It’s the kind of genre I thrive in: ‘Big, Bold, & Cinematic’.”
In ‘Jewel Thief’, Gulati ventures into a realm initially imagined by producer-director Siddharth Anand. After attending a special screening of ‘Visfot’, Kookie’s previous film, Siddharth recognized a spark in his direction that matched the directorial qualities he sought, leading to potential collaborations.
When the chance to direct ‘Jewel Thief’ arose, Siddharth Anand selected Kookie Gulati to helm the ambitious endeavor. Acknowledging Kookie’s talent for creating grand-scale cinema, Siddharth entrusted him with the responsibility to advance and enhance the vision.
Discussing his collaboration with Kookie Gulati, Siddharth Anand remarked, “I have known Kookie for quite some time. He has a distinctive vision for presenting scale and aesthetics on screen. I have admired his earlier work and have been eager to collaborate with him for a while. When this project emerged, Kookie was the perfect fit. He has done complete justice to my vision for Jewel Thief. It’s all evident for everyone to witness.”
‘Jewel Thief’ features Saif Ali Khan in the lead role and intertwines nail-biting suspense with narrative richness.
The director added, “I have always believed that narratives should defy expectations. Today’s audiences are more discerning than ever. They seek tales that captivate them until the very last frame. Jewel Thief is that film where nothing is as it appears, and every twist is deserved.”
‘Jewel Thief’ is scheduled for release on April 25 on Netflix.
