In the wake of
Fighter
's success, director
Siddharth Anand
revealed the heartwarming reaction of veteran actor-filmmaker
Rakesh Roshan
to the action-packed film. Just days after its theatrical release, ‘Fighter’ has already crossed the Rs 100 crore mark worldwide, solidifying its status as one of the year's biggest hits.
Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor surprise fans as they visit theatre playing 'Fighter'
In conversation with Pinkvilla,
Siddharth
Anand shared the delightful feedback he received from the father of his movie’s lead, Rakesh Roshan.
Anand was genuinely surprised and moved by Rakesh's reaction. He described Roshan’s reaction like that of a child filled with excitement and happiness. The director mentioned that Rakesh Roshan watched the film a day before its release and expressed genuine joy and pride.
The director expressed his gratitude for the positive feedback, emphasizing that films like ‘Fighter’ are not crafted intentionally but come together organically. He mentioned experiencing a feeling of pride in his work.
In addition to Fighter's success, Siddharth Anand hinted at a desire to venture into a different genre. When asked about the possibility of a romantic comedy with
Hrithik Roshan
, the director expressed his eagerness to break away from action and explore a light-hearted rom-com. He mentioned having suggested the idea to Hrithik multiple times and expressed confidence in the actor's ability to shine in such a genre. However, the director also mentioned his desire to know whether the audience will accept his rom-coms or not.
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