‘UNFAIR FOR FILMS TO SUCCUMB TO PRESSURE OF PRESENT SITUATION’
Actor Vaani Kapoor feels disheartened that many films, designed for a larger-than-life cinematic experience, have had to concede that dream
OTT once again seems to be the preferred medium for makers to release their ready projects amid the uncertainty pertaining to reopening of cinemas. Vaani Kapoor, whose film Bell Bottom releases theatrically worldwide next month, has two more films in the pipeline set for release this year. But the actor says she finds the current situation quite “disheartening”. “Yes, while some films are moving to OTT and it’s totally a producer’s call in this unprecedented situation, there are films that have been designed for a larger than life cinematic experience. And it’s unfair and disheartening for these movies to succumb to the pressure of the present situation,” she says.
However, the actor is keeping positive and says, “As an audience and an artiste, I hope to see films in theatres very soon.” Kapoor, who made her Bollywood debut with Shuddh Desi Romance in 2013, will be seen in films such as -- Bell Bottom, Shamshera and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui. She says like everyone else in the entertainment industry, other than her release schedule, her shooting schedule has been impacted as well and she is waiting for things to fall back in place.
“It’s a snowball effect. Like the rest of the country, work irrespective of what field you’re in barring the essentials and medical facilities, have come to a standstill... but at this point, one should be grateful to just be healthy and alive.. to have their loved ones safe and around,” the 32-year-old says.
Meanwhile, the War (2019) actor is keeping herself busy by staying positive. “I am watching movies and TV shows... reading books, have a self-created workout routine... and staying in touch with my family and loved ones via calls,” she concludes.