‘We wanted performers, not stars’: why Ranveer was cast in Dhurandhar
Co-producer Jyoti Deshpande explained that Ranveer Singh was cast in the Bollywood film 'Dhurandhar' because the production prioritized strong performers over high-priced stars to manage the film's large budget. Deshpande praised Singh's ability to transform into his characters, citing his past performances as evidence of his suitability for the role.
Why it matters
This insight into casting decisions reflects broader economic pressures and artistic strategies within the modern Indian film industry.
Aditya Dhar's directorial 'Dhurandhar,' Parts 1 and 2, has been one of the most watched and liked Bollywood movies that got released in recent times. The movie also did an impressive job at the box office. The movie comprises not only an engaging storyline and screenplay but is also loaded with noteworthy performances. In a recent interview, co-producer Jyoti Deshpande has revealed the reasoning behind casting Ranveer Singh in the much-anticipated action franchise. Speaking about the decision, she explained that the film's massive budget made it impractical to hire high-priced stars. Instead, the makers were looking for a strong performer who could carry the film on merit. According to Jyoti, they needed "a performer" rather than a "so-called star" and felt Ranveer Singh was the perfect choice for the role."I was underwriting an absolutely clutter-breaking film with cinematic excellence that had never been seen before."
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