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MUMBAI:
One could safely give him credit for changing the way the world
looked at Indian filmmakers, in our time. He did this with his 1998
film Elizabeth, which garnered an impressive seven Academy Award
nominations. In 2007, Elizabeth: The Golden Age notched up two more.
This, apart from the many accolades both films collected at other
prestigious award ceremonies worldwide.
 In
recent years, much has been written about Shekhar Kapur's talent
in the world's press. In India, however, he has enjoyed success
for a far longer period. It all began with the critically acclaimed
Masoom in 1983. Then came Mr India, which wowed children and adults
alike, and continues to impress new generations of viewers. Kapur
followed this with the hard-hitting Bandit Queen, based on the life
of dacoit Phoolan Devi, which won him two Filmfare Awards.
Where
does Shekhar Kapur get his passion for film? How does he gain inspiration
from his colourful, imaginary world? Where and how did his ambitious
story begin? The filmmaker answers these and other queries from
host Kabir Bedi on Director's Cut this Sunday, April 13, 2008 at
8:00 pm. Only on Zoom, India's premier glamour and entertainment
channel.
In
the course of the conversation, Kapur reveals not just tricks related
to successful filmmaking, but also shares his secret of creativity.
He answers all kinds of questions - like why he enjoys making Hollywood
films, for instance, and what the pros and cons of filmmaking in
Bollywood are. He also shares special childhood memories, like his
first meeting with legendary actress Madhubala, and how he used
to create stories for the entertainment of friends in school.
He
also opens up about his relationship with his father, discusses
the turmoil in his personal life, and speaks about the journey from
Masoom to the controversial Bandit Queen. Revealing his passion
for filmmaking, he says, "I would disconnect the monitors of
producers, or make them sit far away under the hot sun, so there
would be no interference." He compares making films in India
to a trip to Mumbai's Chor Bazaar - because of the adventure and
negotiation it involves. The director doesn't forget to mention
his evergreen uncle Dev Anand, and his never-say-die attitude to
life.
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