Showing posts with label Vaibhav Misra. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vaibhav Misra. Show all posts
I've already played the Casanova and playboy for real-Girish Kumar
7:42 AM
Girish Kumar's upcoming romcom suggests that relationships today begin with a one-night stand; admits that being a 'star son' is emotionally tough.
Sanyukta Iyer (MUMBAI MIRROR; January 21, 2016)
Girish Kumar, who debuted in Bollywood with Prabhu Deva's romcom, Ramaiya Vastavaiya, in 2013 dropped off the radar despite being offered four films in the last three years. Choosing to sit at home instead of settling for films he was sure would tank, producer Kumar Taurani's ladla learnt how emotionally challenging it is to be a star kid.
"I debuted with a good film which worked at the box-office but the industry did not welcome me. I had a nervous breakdown and constant meltdowns. It's been an extremely tough, emotional journey," admits the 26-year-old actor, pointing out that it's difficult for a child of the industry because everyone presumes his Mr moneybags dad will make a film for him. "But that's not what any of us want and there are innumerable star sons who have not lived up to their father's or family's legacy. The pressure of living under the shadow of another person is insane."
He admits his dad can't understand what all the stress and fuss is about and often wonders if Girish is being too hard on himself. "It bothers him but I don't want anyone to say that my father is producing a film for me," he says. He will be seen next in Loveshhuda, whose tagline suggests that relationships these days begin in bed and end in love. Ask him if his offscreen relationships also started with one-night stands and he guffaws, "I've already played the Casanova and playboy for real. But all the stories about my women are for me to know and for you to wonder. I don't mind it as long as my mother doesn't find out what I'm up to."
He believes his co-star, Miss India 2013 Navneet Kaur Dhillon, is a natural on screen. "Navneet's not had any formal training in acting or dancing. We've become good buddies," he says. The chemistry between them is evident in "Aaj phir peene ki tammana hai", a rip off of the Lata Mangeshkar number from Guide, and the tipsy "Total Talli".
Meanwhile, with the censors on his mind, Girish refused to say the cuss word chu**ya and was censored by his director Vaibhav Misra. "He was hell bent on me using it and we ended up having a huge spat which spilled over to the unit. Soon everyone was giving gaalis and I realised how naturally the word slips out. I ended up listening to my director for the rest of the film," Girish admits with a sheepish smile.
He admits that he has no plans of going behind the camera. "I'll stick to acting and will follow my heart," he signs off, not before admitting that writing is the most under-rated and under-paid profession in Bollywood.
Loveshhuda is an unconventional new age romance
7:33 AM
BOMBAY TIMES (January 6, 2016)
With filmmakers pushing the
envelope when it comes to content, Loveshhuda, starring Girish Kumar and
Navneet Dhillon (Miss India World 2013), is a love story that starts in
bed. This unconventional romance takes us through the lead actor's
journey of bachelorhood and how he faces a conflict between practicality
and true love. Thriving on music, friendship and humour, the film is a
take on modern-day relationships as the protagonists explore various
hurdles through a fun ride.
A young new pair leads the cast of the film, which has been shot in exotic locations. The movie's promo that launches today is keenly awaited. Its songs Mar jaayen and Peene ki tamanna, available on Tips Music, have already caught on with listeners.
Director Vaibhav Misra says, “Everyone will relate to the film. The slightly older generation would be reminded of their youth. All of us have one story that we remember as true love, and that's what the movie is all about.“
Producer Vijay Galani adds, “When I heard the script, I knew we had a winner on our hands. With the fresh pairing of Girish and Navneet, the film looks new age. That also makes it an interesting romcom to watch out for.“
With the lead characters' love-hate banter growing even as their chemistry is apparent, whether their bond, which begins in bed, will end as friendship, fling or romance, remains to be seen.
Loveshhuda releases on February 5.
A young new pair leads the cast of the film, which has been shot in exotic locations. The movie's promo that launches today is keenly awaited. Its songs Mar jaayen and Peene ki tamanna, available on Tips Music, have already caught on with listeners.
Director Vaibhav Misra says, “Everyone will relate to the film. The slightly older generation would be reminded of their youth. All of us have one story that we remember as true love, and that's what the movie is all about.“
Producer Vijay Galani adds, “When I heard the script, I knew we had a winner on our hands. With the fresh pairing of Girish and Navneet, the film looks new age. That also makes it an interesting romcom to watch out for.“
With the lead characters' love-hate banter growing even as their chemistry is apparent, whether their bond, which begins in bed, will end as friendship, fling or romance, remains to be seen.
Loveshhuda releases on February 5.
My hands would shake holding the camera in London cold-Loveshhuda DOP Bijitesh De
10:37 AM
Avinash Lohana (MUMBAI MIRROR; December 25, 2015)
Cinematographer Bijitesh De
got a fair idea of what Loveshhuda director Vaibhav Misra wanted from
him in the first few meetings. “We shot the film in real locations so it
would look glamorous and commercial without losing its realistic vibe,“
explains Bijitesh, who shot for the romantic comedy in London,
Mauritius, Delhi and Shimla with lead actors Girish Kumar and Navneet
Dhillon.
“About 50 per cent of the film is based in London. We shot there through the nippy nights of May and June. Three songs and a few key scenes were canned at the Millennium Bridge and opposite the iconic St Paul's Cathedral among other locations. Aaj Phir Peene Ki Tamanna Hai was shot at a 100-year-old Irish pub in London, Salisbury,“ says Bijitesh, adding that the pub's retro look complemented the song. “The place doesn't have a very discotheque-like ambience; it's old-school but also contemporary. It was an apt location.“
Shooting at the pub wasn't exactly a cakewalk. “We were granted permission to shoot for a few days but only at night because the place is functional during the day. I wanted to use smoke for a better effect but since it was a residential building, we had to get another set of permissions to keep the fire alarms from going off,“ the cinematographer explains, adding that the alarm went off on the first night of the shoot since they didn't know anything about it. “The residents came rushing down. We had to convince them that everything was alright to continue with the shoot,“ he laughs.
Another challenge that the crew faced was the weather, which is colder in May-June than Indian winters. “My hands would shake while holding the camera. Rain was another hazard. Daylights in the Queens's City happen around 4-4.30 am. Since we worked late in the nights, we had a very small window to shoot in the right light. Sometimes, people would walk into the frames.“
The team had better luck on the month-long Mauritius schedule. “We shot at exotic beaches and beautiful restaurants. For a beach party song, we created a huge stage, giving it a Tomorrowland-like feel,“ Bijitesh says, adding that he hauled all the shooting equipment from Mumbai to the location. “Mauritius doesn't have a film industry so there was no technical support. I didn't want to compromise on my work.“
The filming then shifted to Delhi and Shimla for a 15-day schedule. “Girish plays a Delhi boy based in London, and Navneet's character is from Shimla,“ the cinematographer informs.
“About 50 per cent of the film is based in London. We shot there through the nippy nights of May and June. Three songs and a few key scenes were canned at the Millennium Bridge and opposite the iconic St Paul's Cathedral among other locations. Aaj Phir Peene Ki Tamanna Hai was shot at a 100-year-old Irish pub in London, Salisbury,“ says Bijitesh, adding that the pub's retro look complemented the song. “The place doesn't have a very discotheque-like ambience; it's old-school but also contemporary. It was an apt location.“
Shooting at the pub wasn't exactly a cakewalk. “We were granted permission to shoot for a few days but only at night because the place is functional during the day. I wanted to use smoke for a better effect but since it was a residential building, we had to get another set of permissions to keep the fire alarms from going off,“ the cinematographer explains, adding that the alarm went off on the first night of the shoot since they didn't know anything about it. “The residents came rushing down. We had to convince them that everything was alright to continue with the shoot,“ he laughs.
Another challenge that the crew faced was the weather, which is colder in May-June than Indian winters. “My hands would shake while holding the camera. Rain was another hazard. Daylights in the Queens's City happen around 4-4.30 am. Since we worked late in the nights, we had a very small window to shoot in the right light. Sometimes, people would walk into the frames.“
The team had better luck on the month-long Mauritius schedule. “We shot at exotic beaches and beautiful restaurants. For a beach party song, we created a huge stage, giving it a Tomorrowland-like feel,“ Bijitesh says, adding that he hauled all the shooting equipment from Mumbai to the location. “Mauritius doesn't have a film industry so there was no technical support. I didn't want to compromise on my work.“
The filming then shifted to Delhi and Shimla for a 15-day schedule. “Girish plays a Delhi boy based in London, and Navneet's character is from Shimla,“ the cinematographer informs.
Check out Girish Kumar & Navneet Dhillon in Loveshhuda
8:28 AM
BOMBAY TIMES (October 16, 2015)
Love stories are always
complicated - this is the universal sentiment echoed by people who have
been in relationships. Girish Kumar and Navneet Dhillon (Miss India World
2013) portray the intricacies of contemporary romance in their
forthcoming film Loveshhuda.
After garnering praise for his debut film, Ramaiya Vastavaiya, Girish will once again be seen in a refreshing avatar. Joining him is the gorgeous Navneet who makes her foray into Bollywood. Helmed by Vaibhav Misra, the film revolves around two people who meet in three different places - London, Mauritius and Shimla - at three different times of their lives. They fall in love with each other despite the time and distance, but complications arise. The makers believe that today's youth will connect to the dilemmas faced by the couple in this story.
Pleased with the way the movie has shaped up, producer Vijay Galani says, “We have focussed on telling a love story that suits the present times and the risks that today's generation takes. With Tips Industries Ltd backing us, we're optimistic that Loveshhuda will work.“ Vaibhav adds, “Girish and Navneet lend themselves perfectly to their contemporary roles in this romantic drama.“
The film has five tracks, penned by Sayeed Quadri. The first song, Mar Jaayen, composed by Mithoon and rendered by Atif Aslam, is out now. Parichay has created the music for the other four numbers that have been sung by Vishal Dadlani, Arijit Singh, Mika Singh, Neha Kakkar, Teesha Nigam and Atif. Kumar Taurani of Tips sums up, “We're excited about the music of Loveshhuda. It's a winning soundtrack with a contemporary flavour and we can't wait to take it to our audiences.“
Loveshhuda releases January 15, 2016.
After garnering praise for his debut film, Ramaiya Vastavaiya, Girish will once again be seen in a refreshing avatar. Joining him is the gorgeous Navneet who makes her foray into Bollywood. Helmed by Vaibhav Misra, the film revolves around two people who meet in three different places - London, Mauritius and Shimla - at three different times of their lives. They fall in love with each other despite the time and distance, but complications arise. The makers believe that today's youth will connect to the dilemmas faced by the couple in this story.
Pleased with the way the movie has shaped up, producer Vijay Galani says, “We have focussed on telling a love story that suits the present times and the risks that today's generation takes. With Tips Industries Ltd backing us, we're optimistic that Loveshhuda will work.“ Vaibhav adds, “Girish and Navneet lend themselves perfectly to their contemporary roles in this romantic drama.“
The film has five tracks, penned by Sayeed Quadri. The first song, Mar Jaayen, composed by Mithoon and rendered by Atif Aslam, is out now. Parichay has created the music for the other four numbers that have been sung by Vishal Dadlani, Arijit Singh, Mika Singh, Neha Kakkar, Teesha Nigam and Atif. Kumar Taurani of Tips sums up, “We're excited about the music of Loveshhuda. It's a winning soundtrack with a contemporary flavour and we can't wait to take it to our audiences.“
Loveshhuda releases January 15, 2016.
With Arjun, Varun, Sidharth the competition is tough-Girish Kumar
7:39 AM
Ankur Pathak (MUMBAI MIRROR; December 18, 2014)
Girish Kumar, son of producer Kumar Taurani, is in Mauritius filming an yet-to-be-titled urban romcom. It is being directed by debutant filmmaker Vaibhav Misra.
The actor's first film was the Prabhu Dheva directed Ramaiyaa Vastavaiya which was produced by his father. But now he has stepped out of the home banner and is cautiously testing the waters.
"I took a year to sign my second film as all the offers that came along were so predictable and boring," he sighs. "This film is in a fairly realistic space about a guy meeting a girl at a turning point in his life. I could connect with the emotions he goes through."
He insists that he is proud of the fact that though his father launched him, he has nothing to do with his second film which is being produced by Vijay Galani of Veer and Ajnabee fame.
He admits that the young crop of actors have made the game tougher. "Look at the kind of films Varun (Dhawan), Arjun (Kapoor) and Siddharth (Malhotra) are doing. It's crazy and inspiring. But the competition is tough. I need to be extremely careful about what I choose to do," he says, quickly adding that he's not feeling insecure or threatened. "I know my strengths and weaknesses."
The frown turns into a smile when the subject veers towards his co-star, former Miss India Navneet Kaur Dhillon.
"We have been shooting for over a month together. She's so confident in front of the camera. I was seriously impressed!" he raves.
Check out Girish Kumar and Navneet Kaur Dhillon shooting in Mauritius
7:44 AM
BOMBAY TIMES (December 16, 2014)
Check out the first look of Girish Kumar and Navneet Kaur Dhillon (Miss India 2013) from Vaibhav Misra's modern, contemporary, yet untitled love story being currently shot in Mauritius
Miss India 2013 Navneet Kaur Dhillon opp Girish Kumar in a love story
7:55 AM
Priya Gupta (BOMBAY TIMES; December 7, 2014)
Girish Kumar made his debut
with Prabhu Dheva's Ramaiya Vastavaiya. In the same year, a
beautiful Punjabi girl from Patiala Navneet Kaur Dhillon made it to
become a Miss India. As destiny would have it, they have now been cast in
the lead together in a modern contemporary love story, that will be
directed by ad filmmaker Vaibhav Misra, who has also earlier assisted
Farah Khan on Om Shanti Om. We bring you the first look of Navneet and
Girish from the film, the shoot of which has already started and is
slated for release in 2015.
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