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on 2006/12/14 18:51:00
Here’s some more dope on Mani Ratnam’s Guru. The flick has newcomer Arjan Bajwa playing Nusli Wadia, a one-time bitter rival of the Ambanis. However, for the sake of dramatisation of events, the name of the character has been changed to Arzaan.
A major portion of the plot revolves around the conflict between Dhirubhai Ambani and Nusli Wadia. When quizzed about his character, Bajwa says, “I play the lead negative character and I do offer opposition to Abhishek’s character in the film. I’m not aware of any such similarities though.”
Bada break
Clinching a Mani Ratnam film at the outset of his career remains a big achievement for Bajwa.
This former Gladrags runner-up has already been cast in five Telugu films. It’s a lesser-known fact that Anurag Kashyap had recommended him to Mani Ratnam. Says Bajwa, “I had auditioned for a crucial role in Anurag Kashyap’s Gulel. However, things didn’t work out and he was looking for an older guy. Ultimately, the film was put on hold. It was on Anurag’s recommendation that I met Mani Ratnam.”
Bajwa managed to impress Ratnam with his histrionic skills. Initially, he was marked for the role of Shyam Saxena, that was originally offered to Viveik Oberoi. Eventually, it went to R Madhavan.
Says Bajwa, “At that point, I was a little disillusioned. But Anurag had prepared me for it. He had told me that there’s a possibility of Maddy (referring to Madhavan) getting that role.” Later on, he was asked to audition for another role. Little did he know then that he’d land himself the lead negative role. “I was thrilled when they offered me this negative character. I couldn’t have asked for more.”
Being with Mani sir
Talking about his experience, Bajwa informs that he bonded well with Junior Bachchan. He says, “Most of my scenes were with Abhishek (Bachchan). He was extremely cordial and friendly with me. Being a first timer, I was naturally anxious but Abhishek made me feel comfortable.”
The newcomer prefers to call Mani Ratnam a scientist. He explains, “There have innumerable occasions where Mani sir would take shots differently. I would never understand the need for such shots till I saw the edited material. He’s got brilliant vision,” concludes Bajwa.
source:mid-day
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