Joining the bandwagon of ‘realistic cinema’ directors, the young and dynamic Mohit Suri has gone where no one has dared to go before. Recent reports of racism in a developed nation against Indians residing there which shocked the whole world forced Mohit to prove the idiom of ‘art imitates life’. What better way to highlight the grave problems faced by Indians abroad than by showing it in a ‘true-to-life’
In a recent press conference, the director announced his ambitious plans. Mohit will be heading to the country which started it all, Australia, for some research on the subject and to meet the victims of the assaults first-hand. On his trip, Mohit will also be finalizing locations for his film.
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On being asked if his film was a dig at the ‘whites’, Mohit vehemently denied the claims and said, “Racism is a universal issue and concerns everyone on the globe. I am not attempting to demonize or victimize anyone. We are just attempting to tell a story based on facts which are open to interpretation.”
Mohit’s obvious choice for the lead role is Emraan Hashmi through whose eyes the story will be narrated. Known for his understanding of the strong-points of his actors, Mohit is confident that Emraan will be able to “essay the role to perfection”.
A topic like this is very controversial but that doesn’t dissuade young Mohit from going ahead. The news of Indians being assaulted abroad was enough to persuade him to be the change he wishes to see in the world.
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Talking animatedly in the press meet, Mohit said that even though the media has hyped the incidents to some extent, the bottomline is that discrimination in any shape or form is a harsh reality. He was very touched by the support being given to the victims by not only Indians but people everywhere.
His film, he said, will talk about how people come together in the face of adversity. It is amazing to see such great thought come from someone at such a young age even though he personally wasn’t witness to the atrocities.
Mohit made his debut with Zeher (2005), starring Emraan Hashmi, Udita Goswami and Shamita Shetty which was a trend-setter of sorts and gave rise to many movies made on the same storyline. It was followed by ‘Kalyug’ which was another big success and became a hit for its music as well.
He directed Kangna Ranaut and Shiney Ahuja in ‘Woh Lamhe’ (2006), reportedly based on the tragic life of the late actress Parveen Babi.
Next was ‘Awaraapan’
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Another big project that Mohit has lined up is a Bollwood remake of ‘Warner Brothers’ film, ‘Love in the Afternoon’. It just goes to show his good luck and hard work that Warner Brothers not only gave them permission to remake the film but also will be co-producing it in association with Vishesh Films.
