Annu Kapoor says film’s budget can’t guarantee success; stresses content and audience support for theatres
Actor Annu Kapoor believes that in an era dominated by big-budget spectacles and record-breaking blockbusters, smaller and mid-budget films are not only surviving but also thriving. Actor Annu Kapoor and his in his next film Uttar Da Puttar The 70-year-old veteran remains unfazed by the scale or size of a project. For him, what truly matters is the substance of the story. “I am just concerned about the script and content. There should be good understanding – compatibility and respect – between the actor and the director, and I should get my fees. The rest of the things do not bother me much,” he says, adding, “Big or small, I give my best and strive to deliver quality work with excellence.” The actor, who will next be seen in the lead role in Ravinder Siwach’s directorial Uttar Da Puttar, recalls the example of Ardh Satya (1983) to make his point. “43 years back, we had a small film with non-commercial actor Om Puri and director Govind Nihalani. It set a trend in the country! So, …
