Shahid Kapoor-starrer Badmaash Company, about four friends doing con jobs to become rich overnight, has got good reviews and viewers have enjoyed their capers but first time director Parmeet Sethi says he wrote the script of the film in frustration.
"The bell actually rang three years back when I was sure that I will direct a film. This is the second script that I have written," Parmeet told IANS.
"Yash Raj Films (YRF) had approved my first script too, but we couldn't make it. I waited for one and a half years, but the film didn't take off and I was frustrated. I was in a dilemma whether to stick to my plans to direct a film or go back to acting. Then in frustration, I wrote this script," he added.
"I had five ideas with me out of which two were most compelling. I wanted to write another script before this but that required research work in Canada, which would have taken six months. I didn't have the money. I didn't have the time. So I chose this one because I enjoy the genre very much. I think no one has done a full-on con film intelligently," the actor-turned director said.
Set in the 1990s, "Badmaash Company" is about four young friends - Shahid, Anushka Sharma, Vir Das and Meiyang Chang - from middle-class Mumbai who get together to start a company. Their business is an instant hit because they find a way to beat the system by doing all the wrong things in a right way.
The critics have praised the film despite it being too long.
"First, I worked out the whole con thing in my head, then I put it down on paper as script and then wrote dialogues. There are four con jobs in the film and I had to come up with interesting ideas each time to make it as believable as possible," said Parmeet.
To get the right feel of the 1990s, he shot some scenes in Hyderabad.
"The cars, the houses and other locations that we shot in Mumbai, I was particular about everything because I wanted to bring the essence of the 1990s. I actually went to Hyderabad to shoot the airport scene. Mumbai airport of today is very, very modern. But the Hyderabad airport still looks like the old Mumbai airport," he said.
The director, who worked with freshers like Vir and Chang, says he signed Anushka Sharma on Aditya Chopra's recommendation.
"I wanted some very fresh faces and Vir and Chang were the perfect choice. I didn't want to have predictable faces. Anushka was Adi's recommendation. I didn't know her personally. I was a little doubtful, but Adi assured me that I'll like her once we meet," he said.
Parmeet, who featured in Aditya's directorial debut "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" (1995), says he was sceptical while approaching YRF to produce the film.
"I spoke over phone and asked for an appointment with Adi and I got it. That's all I did. In the last 15 years I hardly met Adi as he hardly socialises...everyone knows that. I was hoping he hadn't forgotten me. But he not only gave me the appointment but gave me respect and was pleasantly surprised by my script," he said.
Parmeet now wants to be behind the camera and make more films but doesn't rule out the possibility of getting back to acting.
"I haven't said good bye to anything. I don't want to be cocky about life. But as of now it's only direction for me. I think this is my main career now."
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Shahid shines again with 'Badmaash Company'
After three back-to-back duds "Dil Bole Hadippa!", "Chance Pe Dance" and "Paathshala", actor Shahid Kapoor has risen again with his latest outing "Badmaash Company" that has got a decent opening at the box office.
"The initial weekend collection has been anywhere around 60-70 percent all over India," trade analyst Atul Mohan told IANS.
"The movie has made somewhere around Rs.30-35 crore gross in the first three days," an industry source said.
Amit Awasthi, manager (programming and operations) of Spice Cinemas, said: "'Badmaash Company' has been above average and done good over the first weekend. It brought us around 72 percent occupancy for 20 shows and an initial weekend gross of Rs.14 lakh. Though contentwise people are neutral about it."
"We are expecting it to stretch for another weekend as there are no as such any big releases this Friday."
Produced and distributed by Yash Raj Films, "Badmaash Company" is actor Parmeet Sethi's directorial debut. Starring Shahid Kapoor in the lead, it also has Anushka Sharma, comedian Vir Das and reality show star Meiang Chang.
Set in the Bombay of 1990s, the movie is about four youngsters who come together to start a business and con people to make their way.
(IANS)
"The initial weekend collection has been anywhere around 60-70 percent all over India," trade analyst Atul Mohan told IANS.
"The movie has made somewhere around Rs.30-35 crore gross in the first three days," an industry source said.
Amit Awasthi, manager (programming and operations) of Spice Cinemas, said: "'Badmaash Company' has been above average and done good over the first weekend. It brought us around 72 percent occupancy for 20 shows and an initial weekend gross of Rs.14 lakh. Though contentwise people are neutral about it."
"We are expecting it to stretch for another weekend as there are no as such any big releases this Friday."
Produced and distributed by Yash Raj Films, "Badmaash Company" is actor Parmeet Sethi's directorial debut. Starring Shahid Kapoor in the lead, it also has Anushka Sharma, comedian Vir Das and reality show star Meiang Chang.
Set in the Bombay of 1990s, the movie is about four youngsters who come together to start a business and con people to make their way.
(IANS)
B.O. update: 'Badmaash Company' starts off very well
- By Taran Adarsh,
After HOUSE FULL opened to an excellent start last week, it was the turn of BADMAASH COMPANY to open to a heartening start at the box-office. Shahid Kapoor's last major release CHANCE PE DANCE [not counting PAATHSHAALA] had fetched a below average start, so it was imperative that BADMAASH COMPANY fetch a good start at the ticket window. The opening numbers of BADMAASH COMPANY were an impressive 80% to 90% at places, while at places it ranged from 45% to 75%, which only improved towards the evening shows.
The opening weekend of BADMAASH COMPANY is expected to be better, given the fact that the film has tremendous youth appeal and that in turn should witness an escalation in business. Overall, the film should have a very good weekend, which reinforces Yash Raj and Shahid's pull at the ticket window.
(Bollywood Hungama)
After HOUSE FULL opened to an excellent start last week, it was the turn of BADMAASH COMPANY to open to a heartening start at the box-office. Shahid Kapoor's last major release CHANCE PE DANCE [not counting PAATHSHAALA] had fetched a below average start, so it was imperative that BADMAASH COMPANY fetch a good start at the ticket window. The opening numbers of BADMAASH COMPANY were an impressive 80% to 90% at places, while at places it ranged from 45% to 75%, which only improved towards the evening shows.The opening weekend of BADMAASH COMPANY is expected to be better, given the fact that the film has tremendous youth appeal and that in turn should witness an escalation in business. Overall, the film should have a very good weekend, which reinforces Yash Raj and Shahid's pull at the ticket window.
(Bollywood Hungama)
'Badmaash Company' is bold, needed intimate scenes: Parmeet
He wouldn’t agree that he is in the company of any Badmaash, but debutant director Parmeet Sethi sure has a devilish film up his sleeve. Known for his appearance on ‘Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge’ and on detective TV serial DON a few years back, the hubby of Archana-HA HA HA- Puran Singh has directed Yashraj’s Shahid Kapoor starrer 'Badmaash Company' and says he is here to do more.
Excerpts from an exclusive interview with Shashank Chouhan of Spicezee.com:
Q. You have said 'Badmaash Company' is inspired from real life characters and events.
A. Indeed that is the case. The characters in the film are loosely based on the people I have met in real life. That gives an intense appeal to my film’s characters. And yes the scams that have been portrayed are also based on reality, though giving any more information would be giving away the story itself.
Q. Your actors say you are a stubborn, Badmaash director.
A. I am stubborn yes, I am un-compromising. That is the only way of preserving the integrity of vision. My actors and producers knew from the start that I am a head-strong guy and that I won’t compromise on any aspect of the script.
Q. What's new or different about your film?
A. It is all-in-all an extremely fresh film- the dialogue, characters; the cast and the story are fresh. The genre is very exciting, it has been quite a long time that the audiences saw such a film. The film has a lot of soul, emotions and entertainment.
Q.. Did you write the lead character with Shahid Kapoor in mind?
A. Not really, though his character is surely author backed. But once I wrote the script, it seemed meant only for Shahid Kapoor.
Q. How come you have cast so many new comers. Was it your idea or the producer’s?
A. More or less it was my idea though everything was done after discussion with Adi (Aditya Chopra). Since this is a fresh script, I did not want old actors. Old people come with their own baggage; audience want to see them in a certain way. I had a fresh approach, so barring the lead pair, all are newcomers.
Q. You have said yours is a solid script. You wrote it in six days straight. Was it in your mind for long?
A. Not really. Writing this script in six days straight was nothing short of a miracle. I t is some divine work. Scripts usually take up to six months to fully develop.
Q. A lot is being said about the intimate scenes between Shahid and Anushka. How did it go?
A. Well, it was a part of the script. It is completely for the film and not for any cheap thrills. Shahid and Anushka were comfortable after I explained to them the need for such scenes. 'Badmaash Company' is a bold film which talks to today’s youth, in the style that they want and live by
Q. But these days most films have nudity in the name of script…
A. While watching such a film, you must see what character is portraying nudity. Is the character of an outgoing nature, is her style bold. Now Anushka’s character is a bold one. She couldn’t be a part of a badmaash company if she was not like how she is portrayed. I couldn’t show her all coy and demure. She will seduce you.
Q. What kind of an experience was directing? It is your debut.
A. It has been a very tough and happy experience. I have done ghost-direction and written scripts in the past and that prepared me for this mammoth project. It is a big responsibility. There are a lot of new things I have learnt. I had to fight odds at every level, there was a lot of pressure. But it was a very satisfying experience. It was akin to the longest orgasm of life.
Q. And what has been the contribution of Archana Puran Singh in your dream debut?
A. Archana has supported me in everything. She has been there not only emotionally but also supported the family financially when I was busy trying to achieve my dream and it was very important for me.
Q. What is next?
A. I don’t know! I have a deal with Yashraj for three films. I have 5-6 ideas in mind but I really don’t know which I will work on.
(Spicezee.com)
Excerpts from an exclusive interview with Shashank Chouhan of Spicezee.com:
Q. You have said 'Badmaash Company' is inspired from real life characters and events.
A. Indeed that is the case. The characters in the film are loosely based on the people I have met in real life. That gives an intense appeal to my film’s characters. And yes the scams that have been portrayed are also based on reality, though giving any more information would be giving away the story itself.
Q. Your actors say you are a stubborn, Badmaash director.
A. I am stubborn yes, I am un-compromising. That is the only way of preserving the integrity of vision. My actors and producers knew from the start that I am a head-strong guy and that I won’t compromise on any aspect of the script.
Q. What's new or different about your film?
A. It is all-in-all an extremely fresh film- the dialogue, characters; the cast and the story are fresh. The genre is very exciting, it has been quite a long time that the audiences saw such a film. The film has a lot of soul, emotions and entertainment.
Q.. Did you write the lead character with Shahid Kapoor in mind?
A. Not really, though his character is surely author backed. But once I wrote the script, it seemed meant only for Shahid Kapoor.
Q. How come you have cast so many new comers. Was it your idea or the producer’s?
A. More or less it was my idea though everything was done after discussion with Adi (Aditya Chopra). Since this is a fresh script, I did not want old actors. Old people come with their own baggage; audience want to see them in a certain way. I had a fresh approach, so barring the lead pair, all are newcomers.
Q. You have said yours is a solid script. You wrote it in six days straight. Was it in your mind for long?
A. Not really. Writing this script in six days straight was nothing short of a miracle. I t is some divine work. Scripts usually take up to six months to fully develop.
Q. A lot is being said about the intimate scenes between Shahid and Anushka. How did it go?
A. Well, it was a part of the script. It is completely for the film and not for any cheap thrills. Shahid and Anushka were comfortable after I explained to them the need for such scenes. 'Badmaash Company' is a bold film which talks to today’s youth, in the style that they want and live by
Q. But these days most films have nudity in the name of script…
A. While watching such a film, you must see what character is portraying nudity. Is the character of an outgoing nature, is her style bold. Now Anushka’s character is a bold one. She couldn’t be a part of a badmaash company if she was not like how she is portrayed. I couldn’t show her all coy and demure. She will seduce you.
Q. What kind of an experience was directing? It is your debut.
A. It has been a very tough and happy experience. I have done ghost-direction and written scripts in the past and that prepared me for this mammoth project. It is a big responsibility. There are a lot of new things I have learnt. I had to fight odds at every level, there was a lot of pressure. But it was a very satisfying experience. It was akin to the longest orgasm of life.
Q. And what has been the contribution of Archana Puran Singh in your dream debut?
A. Archana has supported me in everything. She has been there not only emotionally but also supported the family financially when I was busy trying to achieve my dream and it was very important for me.
Q. What is next?
A. I don’t know! I have a deal with Yashraj for three films. I have 5-6 ideas in mind but I really don’t know which I will work on.
(Spicezee.com)
We don't kiss for the heck of it: Anushka
After playing a simple girl-next-door, Anushka Sharma has gone in for an image makeover in Badmaash Company where she not only wears stylish clothes but also has a kissing scene with Shahid Kapoor. The model-turned-actress says the script demanded it and it wasn't meant just to attract attention.
"I don't see it as a kissing scene. It's a part of the screenplay. I think cinema is changing and we are not doing (kissing) for the heck of it. We do not need to do this (kiss on screen) to attract attention," Anushka told IANS in an interview.
"When you see the film, the kind of chemistry Bulbul (her character in the film) and Karan (Shahid) share, the kind of love that's there between them, you will be able to understand that the scene was justified," said Anushka, who made her debut as a small town girl in Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi opposite Shah Rukh Khan.
The 22-year-old claims the audiences will be able to relate to the characters in the film as all of them represent the middle-class dreams.
"This film is about four friends, their relationships and the trials they go through to achieve their goals. All the characters are extremely relatable because they come from middle-class families with big dreams and aspirations. We have all been like that. Their dreams are really big. They have not got any patience...They want to do it right away," she said.
Set in Mumbai of the 1990s, Badmaash Company is about four youngsters who start a business and find a way to beat the system.
Anushka's gang in the film comprises Shahid, Vir Das and Miang Chang. And she says they gelled well.
"When we travelled outdoors, we got to spend time with each other...We hung out, ate out, went to the pub. Good that we got along very well because it was a pre-requisite of the film," said Anushka.
Badmaash Company is actor-turned-director Parmeet Sethi's first outing as director. Anushka says Parmeet knew the characters inside out, but was still open to others' ideas.
Anushka enjoys not being a trained actor because it allows her to visualise scenes naturally.
"I quite enjoy the fact that I'm not a trained actor...If you are experienced, you have a certain method of acting, but I haven't discovered that method yet. There is a positive side of not being a trained actor. When I get a scene, I see how naturally it should be done. People call it natural acting and that is also a method," she said.
Asked if she wants to explore any particular genre, she said: "No, I am not looking forward to any particular genre. I'm open to doing films of every genre and with different directors. There are so many things that I would love to do - a period love story or an action film."
But Anushka finds acting a difficult profession and says her hectic schedule leaves her with little time for her friends.
"I never wanted to be an actor. I wanted to remain a model. Had I wanted to be an actor I would have been more observant about actors. After Rab Ne... I realised that it's a very difficult profession. You don't have time for your personal life, for your parents, and your social circuit becomes very small because you are working day and night," she said.
(HT)
"I don't see it as a kissing scene. It's a part of the screenplay. I think cinema is changing and we are not doing (kissing) for the heck of it. We do not need to do this (kiss on screen) to attract attention," Anushka told IANS in an interview.
"When you see the film, the kind of chemistry Bulbul (her character in the film) and Karan (Shahid) share, the kind of love that's there between them, you will be able to understand that the scene was justified," said Anushka, who made her debut as a small town girl in Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi opposite Shah Rukh Khan.
The 22-year-old claims the audiences will be able to relate to the characters in the film as all of them represent the middle-class dreams.
"This film is about four friends, their relationships and the trials they go through to achieve their goals. All the characters are extremely relatable because they come from middle-class families with big dreams and aspirations. We have all been like that. Their dreams are really big. They have not got any patience...They want to do it right away," she said.
Set in Mumbai of the 1990s, Badmaash Company is about four youngsters who start a business and find a way to beat the system.
Anushka's gang in the film comprises Shahid, Vir Das and Miang Chang. And she says they gelled well.
"When we travelled outdoors, we got to spend time with each other...We hung out, ate out, went to the pub. Good that we got along very well because it was a pre-requisite of the film," said Anushka.
Badmaash Company is actor-turned-director Parmeet Sethi's first outing as director. Anushka says Parmeet knew the characters inside out, but was still open to others' ideas.
Anushka enjoys not being a trained actor because it allows her to visualise scenes naturally.
"I quite enjoy the fact that I'm not a trained actor...If you are experienced, you have a certain method of acting, but I haven't discovered that method yet. There is a positive side of not being a trained actor. When I get a scene, I see how naturally it should be done. People call it natural acting and that is also a method," she said.
Asked if she wants to explore any particular genre, she said: "No, I am not looking forward to any particular genre. I'm open to doing films of every genre and with different directors. There are so many things that I would love to do - a period love story or an action film."
But Anushka finds acting a difficult profession and says her hectic schedule leaves her with little time for her friends.
"I never wanted to be an actor. I wanted to remain a model. Had I wanted to be an actor I would have been more observant about actors. After Rab Ne... I realised that it's a very difficult profession. You don't have time for your personal life, for your parents, and your social circuit becomes very small because you are working day and night," she said.
(HT)
Shahid returns as conman in `Badmaash Company`
emember Shahid Kapoor doing con jobs in Vishal Bhardwaj`s hit `Kaminey`? The actor does the same, but in a more sophisticated avatar, in `Badmaash Company` releasing Friday. Produced and distributed by Yash Raj Films, the movie is actor Parmeet Sethi`s directorial debut. Shahid has teamed up with Anushka Sharma in the film that also stars comedian Vir Das and reality show star Chang.
Describing the film, Shahid said: "There are very interesting characters, extremely fresh dialogues, con jobs which I have not seen in any other film, but yet very easy to understand. It`s not complicated at all. It`s a very fun film and there was no reason why I shouldn`t be doing it."
Set in the Bombay of 1990s, `Badmaash Company` is about four youngsters who come together to start a business.
What makes their venture a stupendous success is that they find a way to beat the system and soon become the undisputed kings in their business. Living the life of champagne wishes and caviar dreams, the four realise that to make a business successful they don`t need big money but a big idea.
With their larger than life schemes, Karan, Bulbul, Zing and Chandu go on a wild roller-coaster ride into the world of sheer glitz and glamour where the stakes are high and risks even higher. They succeed in making quick money by doing all the wrong things... but the right way.
All is hunky dory till the four entrepreneurs are forced to shut shop. They come up with yet another perfect plan to beat the system for the last time.
Shahid said a lot of research went into their looks as the film is set in the 1990s.
"We spent a lot of time deciding the look and styling of the film. We wanted it to represent the 1990s correctly but at the same time we did not want it to look boring," he said.
"We researched on the scenario of the 1990s and used them in the film. For example, we used clothes that were in fashion like high waisted jeans, simple t-shirts which used to be tucked in, the aviators, which were all in vogue.
"Also the calculator watch that was very much in fashion at that time has been used in the movie. The film starts in 1994 and goes on for five years," he explained.
The songs of the movie have already become a hit.
(IANS)
Describing the film, Shahid said: "There are very interesting characters, extremely fresh dialogues, con jobs which I have not seen in any other film, but yet very easy to understand. It`s not complicated at all. It`s a very fun film and there was no reason why I shouldn`t be doing it."
Set in the Bombay of 1990s, `Badmaash Company` is about four youngsters who come together to start a business.
What makes their venture a stupendous success is that they find a way to beat the system and soon become the undisputed kings in their business. Living the life of champagne wishes and caviar dreams, the four realise that to make a business successful they don`t need big money but a big idea.
With their larger than life schemes, Karan, Bulbul, Zing and Chandu go on a wild roller-coaster ride into the world of sheer glitz and glamour where the stakes are high and risks even higher. They succeed in making quick money by doing all the wrong things... but the right way.
All is hunky dory till the four entrepreneurs are forced to shut shop. They come up with yet another perfect plan to beat the system for the last time.
Shahid said a lot of research went into their looks as the film is set in the 1990s.
"We spent a lot of time deciding the look and styling of the film. We wanted it to represent the 1990s correctly but at the same time we did not want it to look boring," he said.
"We researched on the scenario of the 1990s and used them in the film. For example, we used clothes that were in fashion like high waisted jeans, simple t-shirts which used to be tucked in, the aviators, which were all in vogue.
"Also the calculator watch that was very much in fashion at that time has been used in the movie. The film starts in 1994 and goes on for five years," he explained.
The songs of the movie have already become a hit.
(IANS)
Vir Das scolded during ‘Badmaash Company’ shoot
New Delhi, May 1 – Stand-up comedian and actor Vir Das experienced a not-so-comic situation in real life when he got a scolding from ‘Badmaash Company’ director Parmeet Sethi.
Vir has a penchant for getting tattoos on his body but since most of the scenes in the movie involve Vir being shirtless on the beaches of Bangkok, he had to spend hours in the makeup room covering the tattoos.
While shooting in Bangkok, Vir decided to opt for one more tattoo on his arm, a decision that made Parmeet scold him as he had to spend extra time in covering the new one, holding up the shoot for an even longer period.
‘Yes, I did get a tattoo done in Bangkok and Parmeet did scold me for it but it was nothing serious and it was all in good humour. Parmeet and I hit it off right from the first day of shoot,’ said Vir.
The film, also starring Shahid Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Chang, is slated to hit the screens May 7.
(IANS)
Vir has a penchant for getting tattoos on his body but since most of the scenes in the movie involve Vir being shirtless on the beaches of Bangkok, he had to spend hours in the makeup room covering the tattoos.
While shooting in Bangkok, Vir decided to opt for one more tattoo on his arm, a decision that made Parmeet scold him as he had to spend extra time in covering the new one, holding up the shoot for an even longer period.
‘Yes, I did get a tattoo done in Bangkok and Parmeet did scold me for it but it was nothing serious and it was all in good humour. Parmeet and I hit it off right from the first day of shoot,’ said Vir.
The film, also starring Shahid Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Chang, is slated to hit the screens May 7.
(IANS)
Shahid Speaks on Badmaash Company
And there he walks in with a huge smile. In his trademark blue denims and a blue printed tee, Shahid looked like one naughty kid entering a press conference. Now a man, and a bad one too (looking by his released films titled Kaminey and Badmaash Company), Kapoor is seen deeply sucked into the world of films. He has slight stubble which he confessed he has grown for one of the many look tests he is undergoing for his father's directorial debut Mausam. He walks a few strides and then turns the chair around and sits with his legs widely stretched. That's comfort for Shahid. He has no regrets and has left his inhibitions in the bin. That's why you see him more relaxed today. He again breaks into laughter on the few questions being asked, then orders for some water, and as he is about to answer one of the any questions thrown to him, his father calls him on his mobile. Unlike other heroes, he picks the call up. Then you look at the journalists and they are fine with it. They are fine with the fact that they treat Shahid as one of them - street smart, wicked (sometimes), witty, mad and upfront. Today, as I see him sitting at an arm's distance, I notice a different Shahid. I notice that he hasn't changed. UK's Harrow Observer columnist and Bollywood Hungama's London correspondent meets the man who dictates his own rules, creates his own rules and breaks his own - the sweet 'kamina' and an even sweeter 'badmaash' Shahid Kapoor. It's con-fession time!
Kaminey and Badmaash Company. You've got a lot of bad names man!
(Laughs) I don't know. Maybe my directors see a lot of 'kaminapan' and 'badmaashi' inside me. I'm happy and it's fun playing a bad guy. I've not done it for many years since I began my career. Now I'm getting all bad guys roles because of Kaminey. Badmaash is a little less of a bad guy than a kamina (laughs). Kaminey's role was a lot more physical and quick. Badmaash Company sees me as more of a thinker.
Which means that you haven't played a role like Badmaash?
Yes. I haven't played a role like this before, of a scammer and of a con artist. It's a genre that I really get excited about. Con films are rarely seen in Bollywood. I think films like Bunty Aur Babli was restricted in its conning. It was more of a small time con guys. Badmaash Company is a lot more believable.
How do con artists make money?
Con artists don't make money through conning people. They make money because their ideas are bigger than their pockets. That's why the line in the film goes - 'Any business grows not because of the power of money, but because of a bigger idea' which I believe in. Their big idea happens to be a scam and they pull it off. They believe that they are getting success through conning people and don't mind pursuing it as their business. There is a reason why they do that. They want to break out of their normal life. A life of 9 to 6 jobs and all. They are young, enthusiastic and that's why they want to do something unpredictable.
What was your interaction with Parmeet after you read the script?
I think Parmeet Sethi is a dangerous guy. He is a big con man. Watch out for him. But when I spoke to him after reading the script, he told me that all these con jobs were picked up from newspapers. He has taken the basic thought of every con job from a real incident and that's why it is the biggest strength of our film as it looks believable. Plus, the film is also based in the mid nineties.
What about the nineties?
We used to get it the easy way. I mean, the whole customs act wasn't introduced back then. Everything was sold in 'black money'. So that time was very apt for this kind of a plot. System wasn't well defined. It's a lot more logical. We shot at the Hyderabad airport only to show that the Mumbai airport looked like this in the nineties.
So, you call yourself 'lucky'?
A con job film based in the nineties, a youth oriented film, and I'm working for the first time with three new people. When I read the script, I found that it was innovative. I hadn't come across characters like these, and con jobs like these. That's when I decided that I wanted to be a part Badmaash Company. I've been really lucky in the last three years to have got one significant film each year.
How difficult is it shifting gears from Guddu to Charlie to Karan in Badmaash Company?
It's great fun. I don't want to play Shahid in different costumes. I hope I can break that. I want to do it once in a while. An actor can never be larger than the script. If the script provides you a base where you can attempt something new without taking it away from the subject, then one does that. I'm not established than the three Khans' nor am I as new as the new ones. I'm somewhere in between. I need to balance things here. I can't do things that are so different that people don't understand. I have left all inhibitions behind and am ready to do diverse roles in my career now. This is the time in Bollywood that anybody can make a good film, anybody can be accepted and anything can work.
If you had to choose one role from your career, which role would you pick as your favourite?
Undoubtedly Kaminey. Then I guess Mausam will follow because it is the most challenging role as of now. Even my character in Badmaash Company was difficult to portray as I age five years in the film. That's something I feel is difficult.
Do you recall any incidents from your personal life where you've conned anyone?
Yes, all the time. I used to con my mother. I played cricket for six hours everyday. I have my man 'Friday' called 'Mamu' who is with me and was with my family before I was born. Mamu and I would always strategise how we will get the money out to repair the broken windows and we were successful all the time. I am an inherent badmaash. What I can't do in real life is what I do in my films.
(By Devansh Patel )
(Bollywoodhungama )
Kaminey and Badmaash Company. You've got a lot of bad names man!
(Laughs) I don't know. Maybe my directors see a lot of 'kaminapan' and 'badmaashi' inside me. I'm happy and it's fun playing a bad guy. I've not done it for many years since I began my career. Now I'm getting all bad guys roles because of Kaminey. Badmaash is a little less of a bad guy than a kamina (laughs). Kaminey's role was a lot more physical and quick. Badmaash Company sees me as more of a thinker.
Which means that you haven't played a role like Badmaash?
Yes. I haven't played a role like this before, of a scammer and of a con artist. It's a genre that I really get excited about. Con films are rarely seen in Bollywood. I think films like Bunty Aur Babli was restricted in its conning. It was more of a small time con guys. Badmaash Company is a lot more believable.
How do con artists make money?
Con artists don't make money through conning people. They make money because their ideas are bigger than their pockets. That's why the line in the film goes - 'Any business grows not because of the power of money, but because of a bigger idea' which I believe in. Their big idea happens to be a scam and they pull it off. They believe that they are getting success through conning people and don't mind pursuing it as their business. There is a reason why they do that. They want to break out of their normal life. A life of 9 to 6 jobs and all. They are young, enthusiastic and that's why they want to do something unpredictable.
What was your interaction with Parmeet after you read the script?
I think Parmeet Sethi is a dangerous guy. He is a big con man. Watch out for him. But when I spoke to him after reading the script, he told me that all these con jobs were picked up from newspapers. He has taken the basic thought of every con job from a real incident and that's why it is the biggest strength of our film as it looks believable. Plus, the film is also based in the mid nineties.
What about the nineties?
We used to get it the easy way. I mean, the whole customs act wasn't introduced back then. Everything was sold in 'black money'. So that time was very apt for this kind of a plot. System wasn't well defined. It's a lot more logical. We shot at the Hyderabad airport only to show that the Mumbai airport looked like this in the nineties.
So, you call yourself 'lucky'?
A con job film based in the nineties, a youth oriented film, and I'm working for the first time with three new people. When I read the script, I found that it was innovative. I hadn't come across characters like these, and con jobs like these. That's when I decided that I wanted to be a part Badmaash Company. I've been really lucky in the last three years to have got one significant film each year.
How difficult is it shifting gears from Guddu to Charlie to Karan in Badmaash Company?
It's great fun. I don't want to play Shahid in different costumes. I hope I can break that. I want to do it once in a while. An actor can never be larger than the script. If the script provides you a base where you can attempt something new without taking it away from the subject, then one does that. I'm not established than the three Khans' nor am I as new as the new ones. I'm somewhere in between. I need to balance things here. I can't do things that are so different that people don't understand. I have left all inhibitions behind and am ready to do diverse roles in my career now. This is the time in Bollywood that anybody can make a good film, anybody can be accepted and anything can work.
If you had to choose one role from your career, which role would you pick as your favourite?
Undoubtedly Kaminey. Then I guess Mausam will follow because it is the most challenging role as of now. Even my character in Badmaash Company was difficult to portray as I age five years in the film. That's something I feel is difficult.
Do you recall any incidents from your personal life where you've conned anyone?
Yes, all the time. I used to con my mother. I played cricket for six hours everyday. I have my man 'Friday' called 'Mamu' who is with me and was with my family before I was born. Mamu and I would always strategise how we will get the money out to repair the broken windows and we were successful all the time. I am an inherent badmaash. What I can't do in real life is what I do in my films.
(By Devansh Patel )
(Bollywoodhungama )
BADMAASH COMANY scouts exotic locales
A film becomes interesting not only because of its plotline, music and star cast but also by its backdrop. This fact seems to have been particularly taken care of by the makers of the film BADMAASH COMPANY.
The film has been shot across continents. In fact this is one of the few films to be made lately that has been shot on such an elaborate scale. BADMAASH COMPANY boasts of some exotic shooting locales which not only added to the fun of filmmaking but has given the film a completely different look. The breathtaking visuals are coming your way to take your breath away.
The film which stars Shahid Kapoor and Anushka Sharma in the lead has been directed by first time filmmaker Parmeet Sethi.
(Glamsham)
No female singers in soundtrack of Shahid Kapoor-starrer "Badmaash Company"
What stands out in the soundtrack of Shahid Kapoor-starrer "Badmaash Company" is the absence of female singers. But apart from this anomaly, composer Pritam Chakraborty has stuck to his trademark style of energetic, fast-paced music.
The album contains four originals and two remixes.
The soundtrack starts off with a song called "Ayaashi" sung by KK. It is a catchy song with a heavy use of percussion. The upbeat track has all the qualities of becoming a hit with the youngsters.
It also has a remix version, which has nothing new to offer.
Next is a slightly off-the-road song "Jingle jingle", which has been crooned by Mohit Chauhan in his youthful voice. It begins with the strumming of the guitar and also has elements of rap in parts. The thematic lyrics make the song interesting.
Then there is "Chaska" sung by Krishna. It has a slight rustic flavour but fails to generate interest. It ends up as a very ordinary song.
"Chaska" also has a remix version, which is just a little faster-paced than the original.
With "Fakeera", the album takes a Sufi turn but with a rock base. Sung by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, it is an amalgamation of Indian vocals and westernised music. It is quite an appealing track.
The last number is the film's title track by Benny Dayal. The song has influences of music from James Bond films and is also musically similar to the first track "Ayaashi". The track is sure to become a regular at DJ consoles.
On the whole, the music of the film is average. Pritam has not experimented much and mostly sticks to his tried and tested style. The songs, however, could become hits on the dance floor.
(Music review - Nowrunning.com - By Ruchika Kher
The album contains four originals and two remixes.
The soundtrack starts off with a song called "Ayaashi" sung by KK. It is a catchy song with a heavy use of percussion. The upbeat track has all the qualities of becoming a hit with the youngsters.
It also has a remix version, which has nothing new to offer.
Next is a slightly off-the-road song "Jingle jingle", which has been crooned by Mohit Chauhan in his youthful voice. It begins with the strumming of the guitar and also has elements of rap in parts. The thematic lyrics make the song interesting.
Then there is "Chaska" sung by Krishna. It has a slight rustic flavour but fails to generate interest. It ends up as a very ordinary song.
"Chaska" also has a remix version, which is just a little faster-paced than the original.
With "Fakeera", the album takes a Sufi turn but with a rock base. Sung by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, it is an amalgamation of Indian vocals and westernised music. It is quite an appealing track.
The last number is the film's title track by Benny Dayal. The song has influences of music from James Bond films and is also musically similar to the first track "Ayaashi". The track is sure to become a regular at DJ consoles.
On the whole, the music of the film is average. Pritam has not experimented much and mostly sticks to his tried and tested style. The songs, however, could become hits on the dance floor.
(Music review - Nowrunning.com - By Ruchika Kher
Shahid Kapoor on rumours surrounding 'Badmaash Company'
Shahid Kapoor is not new to controversies. In fact, every time a movie starring the talented actor is ready to unfurl, stories about Shahid having problems with the director surface first, followed by news of romantic liaisons with the film's leading lady.
In the past, it was said Shahid had serious differences with Priyadarshan [CHUP CHUP KE], Aziz Mirza [KISMAT KONNECTION], Vishal Bhardwaj [KAMINEY], Anurag Singh [DIL BOLE HADIPPA!] and Ken Ghosh [CHANCE PE DANCE]. Is he difficult to work with? "Isn't it strange that people ask this question every time my movie is complete? I am asked to clarify if the director and I see eye to eye… It amuses me no end," Shahid smiles.
Reportedly, Shahid and Parmeet Sethi, the actor who makes his directorial debut with BADMAASH COMPANY, had difference of opinion over the climax of the film. "All discussions took place while we were in the [script] reading stages. If any changes were to be made, they had to be implemented before we began filming. Yes, I did express my opinion to Adi [Chopra] and Parmeet about a certain portion in the film. They agreed because they were convinced about it. But there were no issues when we began filming," Shahid clarifies. Shahid feels that Parmeet is a supremely talented director. "I am glad I agreed to work in BADMAASH COMPANY. Parmeet is a fine storyteller. In fact, I keep wondering, why didn't he take to direction earlier? Direction is his true calling," Shahid states.
There's also talk that BADMAASH COMPANY is the newer, updated version of BUNTY AUR BABLI. True? Shahid laughs, "I've heard this one too, but I am just going to say just this. Watch BADMAASH COMPANY to know the difference. Frankly, why would anyone want to remake a successful film that's still so fresh in the minds of the audience? BADMAASH COMPANY is not similar to any film. Not BUNTY AUR BABLI for sure."
(Bollywood Hungama - By Taran Adarsh)
In the past, it was said Shahid had serious differences with Priyadarshan [CHUP CHUP KE], Aziz Mirza [KISMAT KONNECTION], Vishal Bhardwaj [KAMINEY], Anurag Singh [DIL BOLE HADIPPA!] and Ken Ghosh [CHANCE PE DANCE]. Is he difficult to work with? "Isn't it strange that people ask this question every time my movie is complete? I am asked to clarify if the director and I see eye to eye… It amuses me no end," Shahid smiles.
Reportedly, Shahid and Parmeet Sethi, the actor who makes his directorial debut with BADMAASH COMPANY, had difference of opinion over the climax of the film. "All discussions took place while we were in the [script] reading stages. If any changes were to be made, they had to be implemented before we began filming. Yes, I did express my opinion to Adi [Chopra] and Parmeet about a certain portion in the film. They agreed because they were convinced about it. But there were no issues when we began filming," Shahid clarifies. Shahid feels that Parmeet is a supremely talented director. "I am glad I agreed to work in BADMAASH COMPANY. Parmeet is a fine storyteller. In fact, I keep wondering, why didn't he take to direction earlier? Direction is his true calling," Shahid states.
There's also talk that BADMAASH COMPANY is the newer, updated version of BUNTY AUR BABLI. True? Shahid laughs, "I've heard this one too, but I am just going to say just this. Watch BADMAASH COMPANY to know the difference. Frankly, why would anyone want to remake a successful film that's still so fresh in the minds of the audience? BADMAASH COMPANY is not similar to any film. Not BUNTY AUR BABLI for sure."
(Bollywood Hungama - By Taran Adarsh)
Shahid gets a naughty massage
Shahid Kapoor seems to be the luckiest when it comes to his luck with the opposite sex. Earlier, the actor has been mobbed by his female fans many a times with some of them even going to the extent of trying to striptease him.
Now, the latest incident happened during Shahid's shoot in Bangkok for his upcoming film BADMAASH COMPANY. It's learnt that Shahid Kapoor along with his co-actors went for a massage and soon discovered that it was not a regular massage that he had expected.
Soon, Shahid and his friends ran out of their massage rooms. The reason: the massage service was turning out to be naughty and the actor was really red-faced at the experience.
Not only Shahid but his co-actors too decided to run away before things could spiral into naughtier moments.
(Glamsham)
Now, the latest incident happened during Shahid's shoot in Bangkok for his upcoming film BADMAASH COMPANY. It's learnt that Shahid Kapoor along with his co-actors went for a massage and soon discovered that it was not a regular massage that he had expected.
Soon, Shahid and his friends ran out of their massage rooms. The reason: the massage service was turning out to be naughty and the actor was really red-faced at the experience.
Not only Shahid but his co-actors too decided to run away before things could spiral into naughtier moments.
(Glamsham)
Badmaash Company parties on the beach
Yash Raj's latest offering Badmaash Company has something exciting for everyone. A film based on four individuals who get on the wrong side of law and start their own company indeed goes by an apt title.
Shahid Kapoor, who will be seen in more than one avatar in the film, is surely going to be a treat to watch with his cropped hair spiked look for the most parts, but its one film old Anushka Sharma who is all set to surprise audiences with her new, hot and sizzling look, a complete contrast to her simpleton image in Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi. Besides Shahid and Anushka, the film also stars Meiyang Chang and Vir Das in important roles.
The four of them had a complete blast during the making of the film so much so that while shooting a beach party scene they got so involved in the scene that the party continued even after the shoot. Food and drinks were called on as the party continued till the wee hours with people having a late night swim in the sea.
Looks like this bunch surely knows how to word hard and party harder!
(Bollywood Hungama)
Anushka Sharma in glam avatar for ‘Badmaash Company
According to latest tabloid buzz, Bollywood’s newbie actress Anushka Sharma is all set to flaunt her new glam sporty avatar in Yashraj Films’ forthcoming film 'Badmaash Company.'
Audiences will get chance to see Anushka in a new chic look onscreen for the first time. The actress made her debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in the film 'Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi' where she played the role of a simple looking Punjabi girl.
Reportedly, Anushka’s look is completely in-sync with her role in the film in which she was required to play some under water sports and games.
"Shahid and Anushka have shot some water sports and games in the film hence the casual sporty look. They took the games very seriously and played stuff like badminton and beach volleyball even after pack-up. Anushka turned out to be the better player and beat her co-star every day, irritating the competitive Shahid!," revealed an insider.
Storyline of the ‘Badmaash Company’
The film ‘Badmaash Company’ is set in the background of 1990s in which four youngsters from middle class families in Mumbai, are in a bid to earn quick bucks. They thus decide to start a company.
Their company became instantly well-known and they started benefiting financially just because of the fact that they have found a way to beat the system.
The film is written by Parmeet Sethi, who will also be making his directorial debut with the film. Film also features actor-comedian Vir Das and Indian Idol participant Meiyang Chang as 'Badmaash.'
The music for the film has been composed by Pritam and is produced by Aditya Chopra. he movie is set to hit the theaters on May 7.
Shahid’s timely action saved Anushka
According to reports, while shooting for a song, Shahid Kapur and Anushka were required to dance underneath a huge a chandelier that suddenly came crashing down on the duo.
However, Shahid acted quickly and pulled Anushka towards himself. His timely action saved the actress from getting seriously injured.
This is not the first time Shahid’s quick thinking has rescued his co-star, earlier he had saved his 'Kaminey' co-star Priyanka Chopra from falling off a scooter during the shoot.
(totalfilmy )
Parmeet Sethi's movie for Yash Raj Films 90% complete
Parmeet Sethi's directorial debut for Yash Raj Films is around 90% complete. The film, which is yet to be titled, stars Shahid Kapur and Anushka Sharma in the lead roles.
The film has been shot in Mumbai, Hyderabad, New York and Bangkok. The cast and crew have recently got back from Bangkok and the film is now being shot in Mumbai since the last four days. According to sources, the film will be shot in Yash Raj Studio in a day or two after which they have about a weeks shoot left. The film should technically be wrapping up by 24 December, 2009.
The film will be released sometime in 2010, the exact date of release has not been decided.
(Business of Cinema)
The film has been shot in Mumbai, Hyderabad, New York and Bangkok. The cast and crew have recently got back from Bangkok and the film is now being shot in Mumbai since the last four days. According to sources, the film will be shot in Yash Raj Studio in a day or two after which they have about a weeks shoot left. The film should technically be wrapping up by 24 December, 2009.
The film will be released sometime in 2010, the exact date of release has not been decided.
(Business of Cinema)
NOW Shahid does a double role for YRF
Shahid Kapoor received a lot of appreciation for his double role in Vishal Bhardwaj's Kaminey. And now the star is all set to repeat his twin impact for Yash Raj Films' yet untitled venture.
Kapoor who played the characters of identical twins Guddu and Charlie in Kaminey will be seen playing two separate characters from two different phases of life for YRF's film directed by Parmeet Sethi.
Parmeet Sethi who also happens to be YRF's favourite Archana Puran Singh's husband was a part of the extremely successful YRF film Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge.
A source from the film unit informed us, "Shahid Kapoor will be donning two different characters for YRF's next untitled venture. The backdrop of the film is very different. While one phase begins in the US the other will be based in Mumbai. Shahid has already got a new look for the film. The change in his character will be visible in his styling and behaviour. Shahid has been paired opposite the Rab Ne... girl Anushka Sharma."
The unit recently shot for a month in Philadelphia and have now returned to Mumbai. After finishing the Mumbai schedule, the team will move to Bangkok for a brief schedule. Shahid and Anushka have already shot for several portions of the film in Mumbai including a pub scene at a popular nightspot in the city.
(Buzz 18)
Kapoor who played the characters of identical twins Guddu and Charlie in Kaminey will be seen playing two separate characters from two different phases of life for YRF's film directed by Parmeet Sethi.
Parmeet Sethi who also happens to be YRF's favourite Archana Puran Singh's husband was a part of the extremely successful YRF film Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge.
A source from the film unit informed us, "Shahid Kapoor will be donning two different characters for YRF's next untitled venture. The backdrop of the film is very different. While one phase begins in the US the other will be based in Mumbai. Shahid has already got a new look for the film. The change in his character will be visible in his styling and behaviour. Shahid has been paired opposite the Rab Ne... girl Anushka Sharma."
The unit recently shot for a month in Philadelphia and have now returned to Mumbai. After finishing the Mumbai schedule, the team will move to Bangkok for a brief schedule. Shahid and Anushka have already shot for several portions of the film in Mumbai including a pub scene at a popular nightspot in the city.
(Buzz 18)
The curious case of Shahid Kapoor- Ages from 28 to 22!
Don’t get confused as we are talking of Shahid’s upcoming flick with Yash Raj Films, where he is supposed to look much younger than his age. For this, the handsome lad has worked equally hard and has gained the perfect look that was demanded of him.In Kaminey he has build a well-toned body and dons a macho man look. On the other hand, in his next flick with Yash Raj and Anushka Sharma, the actor has slimmed down and is looking very young.
“I work according to my scripts and the character that I am portraying. In Kaminey I needed a good physique for which I have worked for almost a year and sacrifice on my liking of food. Where as, in my next film with Anushka, I need to look much younger so I have done sacrifices over there too,” rues the young lad.
Elaborating on adapting himself according to the script, the actor chirps, “You can find good directors, producers and actors but not a good script. And if my script demands me to change, then I would do so gladly.”
“For this new look I had to cut down on my muscular body and get a thin shape, which I have attained. I also liked my look for this film and am ready to take all kinds of challenge. Even if my next venture demands me to go out of the way for physical or mental challenge I would go ahead with it,” he concludes.
Well definitely we can say for Shahid ki success ke liye kuch bhi karega.
(Rachana Trivedi/ Sampurn Media)
Actor Shahid Kapur`s Punjab connection continues!
Bollywood`s boy-next-door Shahid Kapoor, who shot in the fields of Punjab for his hit film `Jab We Met`, returned to the state for his upcoming movie with Yash Raj Films.
Shahid recently completed a stint in Punjab for tentatively titled `Hadippa`, co-starring Rani Mukerji.
He is now all set to shoot in the fields with Anushka Sharma for another untitled film for the banner.
(Zee News)
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