In a recent revelation at the International Film Festival of India in Goa, filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra shared a dramatic story from the making of his critically acclaimed film Parinda. The incident involved a heated argument with Naseeruddin Shah’s friend, which ultimately led to the actor walking out of the film1.
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Naseeruddin Shah was initially cast to play the role of Kishan in Parinda, a character that eventually went to Jackie Shroff. According to Chopra, the argument began when Shah’s well-wisher pointed out that the character did not have a romantic interest, unlike Anil Kapoor’s character in the film2. Chopra, known for his fiery temperament, responded by screaming at the well-wisher, saying, “You know nothing about cinema, you just shut up”.
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Shah, who was present during the altercation, was deeply offended by Chopra’s outburst. He confronted Chopra, stating, “You cannot say shut up to my well-wisher, I can do anything.”2 This led to a heated exchange, and Shah decided to walk out of the film, challenging Chopra to make an actor as “wooden” as Jackie Shroff perform.
Chopra, reflecting on the incident, admitted that he was very young and hot-headed at the time. He recalled, “I really screamed at that well-wisher, saying, ‘You know nothing about cinema, you just shut up.’ And he didn’t like that.”2 Despite the fallout, Chopra expressed that he still holds affection for Shah, and the two have maintained a complex relationship over the years.
The incident not only led to Jackie Shroff being cast in the film but also pushed him to deliver a performance that earned him the Best Actor award. Chopra shared that initially, Jackie was considered a “wooden actor,” but the challenge from Shah motivated him to prove his critics wrong3.
The story of Parinda and the behind-the-scenes drama continues to be a fascinating chapter in Bollywood history, showcasing the intense passion and dedication of its filmmakers and actors.
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