Bachchan (2014 film)
| Bachchan | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Raja Chanda |
| Starring | See below |
| Studio |
Reliance Entertainment Grassroot Entertainment |
| Country | India |
| Language | Bengali |
Bachchan is an upcoming 2014 Bengali comedy - thriller film directed by Raja Chanda and produced under the banners of Reliance Entertainment and Grassroot Entertainment. The film feature actors Jeet and Aindrita Ray in the lead roles. It is the official remake of the 2011 Kannada film, Vishnuvardhana.
Cast
- Jeet
- Aindrita Ray
- Payel Sarkar[1]
- Kanchan Mullick[2]
- Kharaj Mukherjee[2]
- Subhasree Ganguly in an item number (Cameo appearance)[3]
Production
Development
Bachchan is produced jointly under the banners of Reliance Entertainment and Grassroot Entertainment.[2] It is the remake of the 2011 Kannada film, Vishnuvardhana, which starred Sudeep, Bhavana and Priyamani in the lead roles. In the recent years, Tollywood has mainly remade films which are either Tamil or Telugu hits. Thus, this film is one of those few, which are remakes of Kannada films.[1]
| “ | I met Jeet during the Celebrity Cricket League. He offered me a role in his film last year, but I couldn't do that since I was busy with my other films. I'm surprised he remembered me when he was casting for this one. | ” |
| —Aindrita Ray, speaking about the reason behind her casting in Bachchan[1] | ||
The plot consists of an interesting incident, which is centered around Amitabh Bachchan. This justifies the very naming of the film, according to director Raja Chanda.[4]
Casting
Bachchan marks the Bengali debut of Kannada actress Aindrita Ray, who was signed for this film to play the character of the female lead opposite Jeet. She confirmed that she was playing the role which was played by Bhavana in Vishnuvardhana. Regarding her casting, Aindrita said, "It is a complete coincidence that my first Bengali film happens to be a remake of a Kannada film. I think this symbolizes me, for these are the two languages that I connect most to. The hero, director and banner are the best that Tollywood can offer. I couldn't think of anything bigger in terms of a debut."[1]
Bachchan also marks the first pairing of two renowned Tollywood faces, Jeet and Payel Sarkar.[1] According to Payel, her role in the film is a vital one and there is a depth in that character.[4] Subhasree Ganguly was also reported to make a cameo appearance in an item number.[3]
Filming
Filming of Bachchan started from November 6, 2013.[1][4] Shooting locations include a shopping mall at Howrah.[2] All the song videos will be shot in Kolkata.[4]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 "Aindrita to make Bengali debut in Only Vishnuvardhana remake". The Times of India. Retrieved 25 November 2013.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "Dil To Bachchan Hai Ji". Anandabazar Patrika. Retrieved 25 November 2013.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Subhasree Ganguly interview". Anandabazar Patrika. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 "Jeet-Payel's 'Bachchan'". Anandabazar Patrika. Retrieved 29 November 2013.