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He gained recognition as the romantic hero in "Mohabbatein" but Jimmy Shergill says he decided to opt for strong characters as he realised the shelf life of a lover boy was not long. The 45-year-old "Traffic" actor, who made his debut in Bollywood with Gulzar's directorial venture "Maachis", believes his decision play roles like 'Raja Awasthi' and 'Saheb' made him sustain in the industry. "After I made my debut with 'Maachis' people would not recognise the clean-shaven me. But then 'Mohabbatein' happened. It got me a lot of work. However, in my mind I wanted to do something which makes me stand out. I couldn't have survived with lover boy image. "It was a conscious decision to choose films like 'Haasil', 'Munna Bhai MBBS' and 'Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster'. This is what has made me sustain for approximately 20 years otherwise that lover boy would have been lost somewhere," Jimmy told PTI in an interview. The actor shares a great bond with all his directors, who tend to repeat him in their films be it Neeraj Pandey, Aanand L Rai or Tigmanshu Dhulia. Jimmy credits the emotional connect he has with all these filmmakers behind this. "The directors repeat me because most of them have done their first film with me. We are friends and there is this emotional connect. "Even if we are not doing films, we meet over a cup of coffee. We share memories and it is very nice on their part that even after becoming top directors they have not forgotten me." The "Tanu Weds Manu Returns" actor will next be seen in Irrfan Khan starrer "Maadari". "It was nice on his part to think that I am apt for the role. When I heard the script, I was blown away and I wanted to this story to be told. There is a huge emotional attachment to the story of the film," says Jimmy. The duo have worked together in five films including their upcoming release and for the actor it is a pleasure to share screen space with him. "I share a very nice rapport with him. Even if he is not shooting he will come to the set and help you give a better performance. There is definitely a director inside him. Working with him is always a pleasure. He is my favourite actor ever since we worked together in our first film." Directed by Nishikant Kamat, "Maadari" will hit the theatres on July 22. Jimmy, who ventured into production with 2011 Punjabi film "Dharti" and went on to two back four projects in the language, is planning to take a break as a producer as he wants to focus more on his acting career. "Producing a film takes a lot of time. You have to be involved since the beginning and then there is shooting plus promotions. "I now want to do one or two films a year and focus more on my characters. Till now I have worked day and night. Now I want to do something which will make me stand out as an artist."
BACK IN ACTION
Actor Chandrachur Singh is back in action with Maruti Mera Dost produced by his brother Abhimanyu Singh. The film goes on floor in the second week of February. The film is based on children and therefore Sweeney Khare of Cheeni Kum fame has been signed. The film also marks the directorial debut of Raju Manikya. Chandrachur became famous for his role in Joy Augustine's Tere Mere Sapne and Gulzar's Maachis. Besides these he has also romanced Aishwarya Rai in Mansoor Khan's Josh in 2000 and K Raghavendra Rao's Aamdani Atthanni Kharcha Rupaiya in 2001. Hope we get to see more of Chandrachur Singh this year.
Omkara is Vishals best work?
Vishal Bharadwaj is busy winning awards-n-adulation all over the world for his rapturous adaptation of Shakepeare's Othello, 'Omkara'. But what is being ignored (slightly) in all this exaltation for Vishal the new age director is Vishal, the fascinating music composer. In fact his music score for 'Omkara' is undoubtedly his best work till date. And the best part about 'Omkara's' music is that it appeals to both masses as well as classes at the same time. If the title track 'Omkara', 'Beedi' and 'Namak' have an earthen feel for all round entertainment then 'O Saathi Re', 'Jag Ja', 'Naina' and' Laakad' touch the deep chord of thoughtfulness within. It was a glorious surprise to listen to Vhsial's fabulously soothing singing vocals in 'O Saathi Re' while his wife Rekha Bharadwaj's powerful rendition of 'Namak' and 'Laakad' is worthy of winning all the popular and critical awards this year. Vishal Bharadwaj started his career with Gulzar's 'Maachis' and followed it with Ram Gopal Verma's 'Satya' and his very own 'Maqbool'. He has never been a music composer in hurry to get ahead in the rat race. Today he is a director of repute and the adrenaline rush of being taken seriously by the big wigs of the film industry is also reflecting in his music as well. For he can do things the way he wants to. And then he has a wonderful lyricist in the form of Gulzar who always saves the best verse for him. 'Omkara' is undoubtedly Vishal's best and most flawless work till date. He can only get better from here on. Hopefully he shall continue surprising with his unique musical idiom in the future as well.
Jimmy Shergill strikes - finally!
After a spate of unsuccessful outings, Jimmy Shergill has finally struck gold in the form of 'Tom Dick and Harry'! Though appreciation has always come for this ever-youthful actor since he made his debut with 'Maachis' till his most recent 'Umar', box office success has been far and few. Last few months have been especially harsh for him with public response to his films like 'Silsiilay, 'Yahaan' and 'Umar' being far from encouraging. Critical success came but the moolah was missing! Decent response to his 'Tom Dick and Harry' may finally change fortunes for Jimmy who now has films like 'Yun Hota To Kya Hota', 'Munnabhai 2nd Innings' and 'Eklavya-The Royal Guard' lined up one after another. In addition, he also has lead roles in films like 'Rehguzar', 'Delhi Heights' and 'Khaffa' that should also see a release this year.