Chetan Bhagat wrote the screenplay for Kick
Mumbai:
Author Chetan Bhagat, who tried his hand at screenplay writing with Kick, starring Salman Khan, says he may try donning the director's hat when he needs a new 'kick' in life.(Also Read: Salman Khan's Kick Character Matches His Real Personality: Chetan Bhagat)
In an interview, Mr Bhagat has spoken about his tryst with screenplay writing, his new book and plans:
Ques: Kick is your first attempt at screenplay writing. How would you sum up the experience?
Mr Bhagat: I would say from start to finish, the experience gave me quite a kick! I had a chance to work in a very high profile project, with industry stalwarts and the biggest superstar. I also was out of my comfort zone and I learnt a lot from Sajid (Nadiadwala). I am glad I took on a new challenge and it reinvigorated me in some way.
Ques: How different is your interpretation of the subject from the original Telugu film?
Mr Bhagat: We liked the concept of the original, the story of a man who lives for his kick. However, we tried to add more scale, contemporary relevance, depth to characters, style and worked on the balance between plausibility and making a larger than life entertainer. Sajid Nadiadwala had a clear idea of what he wanted and the team helped him achieve it.
Ques: How vital was it for you to keep in mind Salman Khan's stardom while writing the screenplay?
Mr Bhagat: We were aware that it is a star vehicle, and we must make sure the fans are not disappointed. However, it may not be something that we thought of in every scene. Ultimately, we wrote a story that suited Salman.
Ques: All your films have been adapted to the screen. Which of your novels' movie adaptations is your favourite?
Mr Bhagat: That is a tough one to answer, but if I had to pick, I would say Kai Po Che!. It was a hard film to make but was beautifully done.
Ques: When do you intend to turn director?
Mr Bhagat: Not anytime soon. I am getting enough kick from my writing for now. When I need a new kick, I will definitely consider it as an option.
Ques: Finally, please tell me something about your next novel?
Mr Bhagat: It will release in October. It is a rural-urban love story, and I am getting amazing feedback from the test readers.
Ques: Why is it titled Half Girlfriend?
Mr Bhagat: You have to read the book for that.
In an interview, Mr Bhagat has spoken about his tryst with screenplay writing, his new book and plans:
Ques: Kick is your first attempt at screenplay writing. How would you sum up the experience?
Mr Bhagat: I would say from start to finish, the experience gave me quite a kick! I had a chance to work in a very high profile project, with industry stalwarts and the biggest superstar. I also was out of my comfort zone and I learnt a lot from Sajid (Nadiadwala). I am glad I took on a new challenge and it reinvigorated me in some way.
Ques: How different is your interpretation of the subject from the original Telugu film?
Mr Bhagat: We liked the concept of the original, the story of a man who lives for his kick. However, we tried to add more scale, contemporary relevance, depth to characters, style and worked on the balance between plausibility and making a larger than life entertainer. Sajid Nadiadwala had a clear idea of what he wanted and the team helped him achieve it.
Ques: How vital was it for you to keep in mind Salman Khan's stardom while writing the screenplay?
Mr Bhagat: We were aware that it is a star vehicle, and we must make sure the fans are not disappointed. However, it may not be something that we thought of in every scene. Ultimately, we wrote a story that suited Salman.
Ques: All your films have been adapted to the screen. Which of your novels' movie adaptations is your favourite?
Mr Bhagat: That is a tough one to answer, but if I had to pick, I would say Kai Po Che!. It was a hard film to make but was beautifully done.
Ques: When do you intend to turn director?
Mr Bhagat: Not anytime soon. I am getting enough kick from my writing for now. When I need a new kick, I will definitely consider it as an option.
Ques: Finally, please tell me something about your next novel?
Mr Bhagat: It will release in October. It is a rural-urban love story, and I am getting amazing feedback from the test readers.
Ques: Why is it titled Half Girlfriend?
Mr Bhagat: You have to read the book for that.
