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I’ve never wanted any of my films to be screened at a film festival: Ali Imtiaz

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I’ve never wanted any of my films to be screened at a film festival: Ali Imtiaz

Despite several actors and filmmakers expressing interest in having their projects screened at international film festivals, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali says he has never aspired to do so. Highway (2014), starring Alia Bhatt, is his only film to have played at an international film festival, the Berlin International Film Festival.

Ali admits that he has never considered entering his films in a film festival. “I never considered it,” he says. I know a group of filmmakers who would attend a film festival, but I don’t think that way. I primarily want to make films that people want to see; if they get to Cannes, that’s fine.”

“I want all of my films to have a large global audience,” he adds, “but I’ve never aspired for any of my films to be shown at a film festival.” I don’t know much about it (film festivals) either. But I suppose I should consider it.”

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Ali, who was in Delhi for the Kathakar International Storytellers Festival, has a long history with the event. “The urge to tell a story is very compelling,” he said, praising the art of storytelling. We can’t get rid of hunger or thirst without telling stories. The reason for making a film as a filmmaker is to tell a story that you have imagined. My Kathakar trick is that I don’t know what to say, so I don’t prepare anything. Then things happen that are both surprising and intriguing.”

“There are many stories within the story of a movie, all of which combines together,” he says when asked if he takes the same approach as a filmmaker. You can have a plan on the day of the shoot. But the best strategy is to ignore that strategy as well. A scene is intended to be shot, but things happen during the shoot, and something unexpected and real can happen. That window should remain open.”

Ali’s most recent film was Love Aaj Kal (2020), which was the sequel to Ali’s 2009 film of the same name. When asked when the audience will be able to see him work his magic on the big screen again, he says he is working on “many” new projects but “can’t talk” about them right now.

 

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Amitabh Bachchan Fan Faints After Hours of Torturous Waiting

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Amitabh Bachchan: Shocking Fan Incident Outside Jalsa

Amitabh Bachchan Fan Faints After Hours of Torturous Waiting

The weekly Sunday rite outside the renowned gates of Jalsa is nothing short of profoundly holy. For decades, thousands of deeply moved admirers have gathered like clockwork, hoping for a single glimpse of the iconic megastar.

Yesterday evening, that fierce commitment took a scary and sad turn. A middle-aged guy, who had been standing patiently in the scorching midday sun for more than four hours, collapsed unexpectedly.

He collapsed totally into profound sleep, landing directly on the harsh, unforgiving asphalt road. The happy, chanting crowd fell silent in an instant as reality hit in.

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A Heartbreaking Moment of Desperation

According to eyewitnesses, this enthusiast travelled across various states for a two-minute glimpse of his idol. His quivering hands clutched a framed vintage photograph of the superstar.

As the searing midday heat reached its zenith, acute dehydration and utter physical fatigue overtook his body. His feeble knees bowed under the crushing weight of his never-ending, frantic wait.

He fell face first to the ground before anyone could react or grab him. The enormous crowd’s collective, frightened gasp boomed over Juhu’s normally peaceful suburban streets.


Sudden Chaos Outside Jalsa’s Gates

Within seconds, total fear spread among the observers. Fellow supporters quickly dropped their homemade banners and posters, coming to the fallen man’s rescue. Someone desperately sprayed cold water upon his pale, sweating face.

The large security crew stationed outside Amitabh Bachchan’s home acted quickly. They were able to remove the rising, panicked crowd, allowing the choking sufferer to breathe easier.

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An emergency ambulance was dispatched immediately, while local volunteers attempted to revive him. In a few startling moments, the atmosphere went from exhilarating exhilaration to total horror.


The Relentless Sunday Evening Madness

Every Sunday evening, the veteran actor gracefully goes onto a high podium at his grand gates. It is a renowned custom that has completely defined Bollywood fan culture over generations.

Passionate admirers will miss meals, risk heavy monsoons, and suffer harsh summer heat waves only to see him wave. It is a profound, emotional bond that defies all reasonable logic.

For this heartbreakingly loyal admirer, the powerful emotional rush combined with severe physical tiredness proved to be a highly perilous, almost lethal combination on the boiling, sweltering concrete.

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Security Personnel Scramble to Prevent Tragedy

Local police officers responded promptly to the chaotic scene, attempting to manage the emotionally charged throng. Medical staff administered quick, vital first aid on the scene, examining his critically weak and decreasing pulse.

The comatose man was gingerly put onto a canvas stretcher, still clutching his prized, sweat-soaked image of the actor. He was sent to a local hospital for emergency treatment.

On-duty medics eventually confirmed that he had severe heatstroke and acute, life-threatening dehydration. Fortunately, his medical condition improved after he received repeated IV infusions and intensive, appropriate care.


A Stark Warning for Star-Worshippers

This terrible, tragic episode has generated a heated, much-needed debate about the extreme limits of celebrity worship in India. Blind passion should never result in the death of an innocent person.

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Jalsa is an undisputed historical monument to love, but yesterday it served as a grim, sobering lesson. Extreme physical endurance for a brief moment can easily result in a catastrophic medical tragedy.

As thousands of passionate individuals continue to flow to Mumbai every day, the fine line between beautiful appreciation and life-threatening devotion becomes increasingly, dangerously blurred for these fragile worshippers.


Terrifying Boundaries of Human Obsession

The burning passion that motivates these ordinary folks to risk their own health is both wonderful and scary. It emphasises the megastar’s immense, godlike influence over millions of hearts.

While the legendary actor continues to express love to his devoted fans, this dangerous occurrence demonstrates that safety should always come first. No fan should have to bleed or faint on the street in order to catch a passing shadow.

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