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By Vickey Lalwani Š2003 Bollyvista.com |
The gutsy MANISHA KOIRALA wears her heart up her sleeve... does not blink before talking openly about her personal relationships, does films for emotional reasons, and at times has been known to almost disappear from the industry because she loves to travel and do social work. Today, she is ready with her first film 'Paisa Vasool' written and directed by Srinivas Bhashyam.
In a free-wheeling interview with Vickey Lalwani, she attacks controversies head-on. Excerpts:
Why did you turn producer? Isn't it risky in today's times of more flops and less hits?
A producer's job is a thankless job, with an enormous responsibility. But I always wanted to explore this possibility, this avenue. I like to make new things happen in my life. I hate monotony. You can't keep doing the same thing throughout your life. Certain people might be very happy with that, but I have a self-aware personality
What is 'Paisa Vasool' about?
Two girls (Sushmita Sen and I) will do comedy for the first time on Hindi screen and I bet the audience will enjoy it. We meet the bad guys head-on, but in a comical way.
Are you feeling nervous before the release of your first production? Your last film 'Market' flopped, ditto for Sushmita Sen's last film 'Samay'.
You are partially correct. 'Samay' was a flop, but 'Market' did quite well especially if you consider the budget at which it was made. 'Paisa Vasool' is a different ball game altogether. No actress can deliver 100 per cent hits.
Why was Randeep Honda dropped and Sushant Singh taken in 'Paisa Vasool'?
Randeep was not dropped. He himself stopped reporting for the shooting. I had to break a set, due to his absence. He received some offer from Ram Gopal Varma. Unfortunately for him, Ramu's film for him hasn't taken off as yet.
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