11 years after Tamasha, Imtiaz Ali feels guilty that Ved inspired fans to quit his job

11 years after Tamasha, Imtiaz Ali feels guilty that Ved inspired fans to quit his job

11 years after Tamasha, Imtiaz Ali feels guilty that Ved inspired fans to quit his job

Imtiaz Ali said that some viewers told him that they quit their jobs after watching the show. He said their stories make him hopeful, yet burdened by the risks families take in pursuit of creative dreams.

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11 years after Tamasha, Imtiaz Ali feels guilty that Ved inspired fans to quit his job
Imtiaz Ali (left); Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in a scene from Tamasha (R).

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has said that he feels “extremely guilty” when people tell him that he left his job after watching the film. pageantThe 2015 film starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone later achieved cult status. Although the film received mixed reviews and a lukewarm response at the box office, it continued to gain a following due to its story of identity, dissatisfaction, and self-discovery.

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In the last few years, pageant It has come to be seen as more than a romance, with Ranbir Kapoor’s Ved standing apart from the usual Hindi film hero. Imtiaz highlighted that the film, often described as being ahead of its time, inspired many urban millennials to think about unfulfilled careers, with some eventually abandoning their profession altogether.

Why does Imtiaz Ali hold himself responsible for unsuccessful steps in his career?

In an interview, reflecting on the film’s ongoing impact, the filmmaker News 18admitted that he feels “extremely guilty” when fans tell him that they moved away from their careers after watching it. Recalling a recent conversation at a writers’ conference, he shared that several aspiring writers approached him and told him that they “quit their jobs” after watching the film to pursue writing.

While Imtiaz is fully hopeful that they will succeed, he acknowledged that his sense of accountability extends far beyond the individuals themselves. The director explained that if things go wrong, he feels responsible for the potential “disaster” in his life and the subsequent burden on his families, including wives, children and parents who may have had traditional aspirations for him.

Imtiaz Ali on the harsh reality faced by aspiring artistes

The filmmaker emphasized the harsh reality of the entertainment business, pointing out that these individuals are now “struggling in Bombay” like all others entering the industry. He admitted to having complex feelings about the situation, acknowledging that many people turned away from highly lucrative careers to become artists.

Despite his concerns, Imtiaz expressed happiness that they are pursuing their passions, praying for them and noting that he would be happy if he were in their shoes. Having never pursued a “money-based or practically” organized way of life, the director concluded that although he ultimately feels good about his artistic pursuits, he remains tied to them by a strong sense of responsibility and connection.

Ali is now preparing for release i will come back On 12 June. Speaking about the film he said, “Exploring past times from a present perspective is a big part of this film. Memories are a big part of this film. This concept of ‘what have I lost over time’ is a big part of this film. It’s ‘what I remember makes my personality almost what it is now’.”

He added, “It makes a big impact at a time when migration is so intense. You turn on the television, and you see people migrating from one country to another across borders, both legally and illegally. The feeling of loss is not just physical. It’s also emotional. This film is somewhat about that, about how much love you feel when you cross the border.” Ali’s comments tie together the longevity of Tamasha and the ideas of memory, loss and personal transformation that he said also shape his upcoming film.

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Imtiaz’s upcoming direction, i will come back It was recently reviewed by producer Ekta Kapoor ahead of its release on June 12. He praised the actors of the film in his ex-post.

the film It stars Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari and Naseeruddin Shah in lead roles.

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