‘I was a little unsure’, says Jisshu Sengupta on working with Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar for ‘Bhoot Bangla’
‘Seetha Ramam’ actor Jishu Sengupta Has worked not only in Hindi films but also in Bengali cinema. Now the actor will soon be seen in the upcoming horror-comedy film ‘Bhoot Bangla’. The actor recently talked about the experience of working with him Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan.Speaking to IANS, he said that it took him some time to understand Priyadarshan’s working style before he felt completely comfortable on the set. Jisoo also admitted that during the first few days of shooting, he felt a little nervous, not because of pressure but because he was excited about the opportunity to work with the acclaimed director.
Jisshu Sengupta on knowing Priyadarshan
‘In the first few days, I wouldn’t really say I was stressed, but you know, I was working with “the” Priyadarshan. He is a very laid back director on the set. He has fun and takes advice from everyone,’ said Jisshu.
Jisshu Sengupta on working with Akshay Kumar
He further added, “Akshay sir would come and say, “Sir, maybe we can do it like this,” and he would say, “That’s good, let’s do it.” That’s the kind of person he is.” Jisshu further added, “Working with Akshay paaji was also a joy. It was a lot of fun to be around him.” Recalling his initial confusion, the actor revealed that the director’s minimal response had made him a little unsure about his performance.‘The first few days, I was a little unsure because he would say “cut” and then “next shot”. So I thought maybe something was wrong. Then I went and asked Abhilash, who is the next in command. I said, “Abhilash, sir you are not saying anything. Is that okay?” He said. He further said that he is confident about Priyadarshan’s working style.Abhilash told me, “No, no, Jisshu sir, everything is fine. That’s just the way he is.” Then after two-three days I became fine. If he is not well, he will come and tell you. He said, ‘If he is well he will not say anything.’Jisshu said that once he understood the renowned filmmaker’s vision, he became completely comfortable on the sets.
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‘Once I understood that if he wasn’t saying anything, it meant everything was fine, I felt completely relaxed. It was a lot of fun working with him. He said, “There is no doubt about it.” He also told about the London schedule of the film. There was a show in London, and I was the only actor there, but we had a lot of fun. He further said, Priyadarshan sir and I had a great time there. The actor also said that Akshay Kumar is equally funny.Talking about ‘Bhoot Bangla’, this film marks another collaboration between Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan after many years. Akshay Kumar is in the film, Rajpal YadavParesh Rawal, Tabu, Vamika Gabbi and late veteran star Asrani. It will be released on 10th April.