Insightful Masterclass with Fukrey Returns Director Mrigdeep Singh Lamba at WWI
Coming to this institute is so nostalgia.
It's a different feeling to be on the other side now”, shared director-writer
Mrigdeep Singh Lamba at Whistling Woods International
Is it easy to make
people laugh? How easy is comedy as a genre to project on the screen? How
important is timing for a comedian? The gifted team of the movie Fukrey
Returns while conversing with the students of Whistling Woods International
(WWI) offered specifics and intricacies that went into making the film a
blockbuster success.
The writer and
director, Mrigdeep Singh Lamba and the talented actor, Varun Sharma cited their
unique story of living up to the audience's expectations owing to the triumph
of the prequel. The spontaneous actor mentioned, "The real fukrey is
Mrigdeep. He epitomizes a perfect mix of all the characters portrayed in the
film."
Discussing
characterisation with the students, Mrigdeep elaborated on various real-life
experiences that he sought. He stated that while the first film was more
realistic, the sequel was presented with an imaginary approach. He went on
elaborating how dialogues played a crucial role in the film. Mrigdeep shared
instances of him penning down the conversation with the co-writer Vipul Vig and
using the same as the script for the movie. Commenting on his journey from an
assistant director to a mainstream director and scriptwriter, he accentuated
that focus and determination to succeed plays a huge role in achieving one's
dream.
Explaining the
significance of comic timing, he shared, "Comedy is really difficult, you
have to go with your gut feeling. There are some amazing jokes, but they don't
get through. Some get better, while others fall flat."
While highlighting
the various steps that the actors took, Varun, stated that impromptu
improvisation, qualitative research and good chemistry between the actors
helped them present the characters in a convincing way. Addressing a query
raised by a student about the overall growth and development that an actor
needs to follow, Varun quoted, "Nailing a particular genre isn't a thing I
do. Keep doing something all the time - be it theater, ad films, watch
different movies, etc. All these lead to the overall growth of an actor."
Commenting on the
masterclass, Varun said, "It's always wonderful to come to Whistling Woods
International. I am very thankful to the institute for hosting us. It was
wonderful interacting with the inquisitive and talented students. These
sessions are essential for the students learning process and while interacting
with the students, I could relive my own journey in this domain." Mrigdeep
added, "I was present for a masterclass post the release of Fukrey and now
coming back feels good and it's wonderful interacting with the students. Coming
to this institute brings back nostalgia. Just a few years back, I used to ask
questions. It's a different feeling to be on the other side now."
The informative
session ended with the guests being felicitated by Chaitanya Chinchlikar,Vice
President, WWI, with a token of appreciation amidst thunderous applause.
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