<p> Actor Pratik Gandhi's upcoming film <em>Bhavai </em>is set to hit the screens on October 1, which has created a fair deal of buzz among movie buffs. The actor says that its makers need to be lauded for taking the 'brave decision to opt for a theatrical release at a time when the Hindi film industry is struggling to regain its mojo due to Covid-19 curbs in Maharashtra. </p>.<p>The film has been directed by Hardik Gujjar and revolves around what happens when the protagonist is roped into play Ravan in a Ramleela. It features 'fast learner' Aindrita Ray as the leading lady and marks her Bollywood debut. </p>.<p>Edited excerpts from the interview with <em>DH</em>:</p>.<p><br /><strong>What made you take up Bhavai?</strong></p>.<p><strong>I</strong> was thrilled about playing two different characters in the film. Moreover, the very thought of performing on stage as part of the film appealed to me as I come from a theatre background. </p>.<p><strong>How did you prepare for your role in the film?</strong></p>.<p>I play Rajaram Joshi, a simpleton from Bhuj in North Gujarat. He wants to be an actor and gets excited about working in a Ramleela staged by a team from the North. He gets to play Ravan on stage. I prepared more for Ravan as it is a mythological character, which requires one to be loud. I trained to get his laughter right. </p>.<p><strong>How was the experience of working with Aindrita?</strong></p>.<p>She is a sweet girl and a fast learner. She put in a lot of effort to play Sita mata on stage. We were all surprised when she performed the character after a 15-day workshop.</p>.<p><strong>Are you excited or nervous ahead of its release?</strong></p>.<p>I am super excited as it is releasing after <em>Scam 1992.</em> It was shot before the show but is releasing now at a time when people have expectations. There is always some nervousness before a film's release but that is always a happy thing. </p>.<p><strong>Bhavai comes at a time when Covid restrictions have not been relaxed completely. </strong></p>.<p>It is a brave move from the producers. We need to follow all precautions and maintain (social) distance while in public. That said, theatres have opened in most states in some capacity. I just hope <em>Bhavai </em>reaches maximum people. </p>.<p><strong>Do you feel the Bhavai is a 'remakable' movie</strong>?</p>.<p>This film has a national appeal due to the emotions involved. I feel it can be remade in other languages. That said, I have not heard anything along these lines. </p>
<p> Actor Pratik Gandhi's upcoming film <em>Bhavai </em>is set to hit the screens on October 1, which has created a fair deal of buzz among movie buffs. The actor says that its makers need to be lauded for taking the 'brave decision to opt for a theatrical release at a time when the Hindi film industry is struggling to regain its mojo due to Covid-19 curbs in Maharashtra. </p>.<p>The film has been directed by Hardik Gujjar and revolves around what happens when the protagonist is roped into play Ravan in a Ramleela. It features 'fast learner' Aindrita Ray as the leading lady and marks her Bollywood debut. </p>.<p>Edited excerpts from the interview with <em>DH</em>:</p>.<p><br /><strong>What made you take up Bhavai?</strong></p>.<p><strong>I</strong> was thrilled about playing two different characters in the film. Moreover, the very thought of performing on stage as part of the film appealed to me as I come from a theatre background. </p>.<p><strong>How did you prepare for your role in the film?</strong></p>.<p>I play Rajaram Joshi, a simpleton from Bhuj in North Gujarat. He wants to be an actor and gets excited about working in a Ramleela staged by a team from the North. He gets to play Ravan on stage. I prepared more for Ravan as it is a mythological character, which requires one to be loud. I trained to get his laughter right. </p>.<p><strong>How was the experience of working with Aindrita?</strong></p>.<p>She is a sweet girl and a fast learner. She put in a lot of effort to play Sita mata on stage. We were all surprised when she performed the character after a 15-day workshop.</p>.<p><strong>Are you excited or nervous ahead of its release?</strong></p>.<p>I am super excited as it is releasing after <em>Scam 1992.</em> It was shot before the show but is releasing now at a time when people have expectations. There is always some nervousness before a film's release but that is always a happy thing. </p>.<p><strong>Bhavai comes at a time when Covid restrictions have not been relaxed completely. </strong></p>.<p>It is a brave move from the producers. We need to follow all precautions and maintain (social) distance while in public. That said, theatres have opened in most states in some capacity. I just hope <em>Bhavai </em>reaches maximum people. </p>.<p><strong>Do you feel the Bhavai is a 'remakable' movie</strong>?</p>.<p>This film has a national appeal due to the emotions involved. I feel it can be remade in other languages. That said, I have not heard anything along these lines. </p>