Abhishek eyes a film on climate change
The actor hopes to work on an engaging story that can convey the message on climate change in an interesting way.
NEW DELHI:
After being part of entertaining films, Abhishek Bachchan is now keen to make a movie on climate change but says it is important to have the right story that can strike a chord with the audiences.
“I want to make a film about saving the environment and bring about a change. I don’t know if anyone of you is willing to fund a movie like this, but I plan to act in it,” said Bachchan, who is busy shooting for Rohit Shetty’s Bol Bachchan.
But the challenge lies in finding an engaging story that can convey the message in an interesting manner and help in bringing crowds to the theatres. “The challenge is to get a story that is compelling enough for Indian audiences to see. I know there are one or two films like Day After Tomorrow that have been successful in the West and people came out thinking what if this actually happens tomorrow,” said Bachchan.
“If I make a film just talking about climate change, it would be boring to watch. The real challenge is to make a film that would be engrossing enough for the audiences to come out and watch and deal with the issues. If we come across something like that, I am on,” he added.
A bevy of Bollywood stars have associated themselves with various social causes and Bachchan is one of them. He has been honoured with the Green Globe award for his efforts towards creating a greener environment.
The actor feels celebrities can bring about a change by lending their voice for causes. “I am not talking about myself, but a lot of my colleagues the world over have lent their voice for saving the environment or other social issues. I think if a celebrity has the ability to make a difference and influence even two people, then he should help,” the 35-year-old said.
Published in The Express Tribune, February 7th, 2012.
After being part of entertaining films, Abhishek Bachchan is now keen to make a movie on climate change but says it is important to have the right story that can strike a chord with the audiences.
“I want to make a film about saving the environment and bring about a change. I don’t know if anyone of you is willing to fund a movie like this, but I plan to act in it,” said Bachchan, who is busy shooting for Rohit Shetty’s Bol Bachchan.
But the challenge lies in finding an engaging story that can convey the message in an interesting manner and help in bringing crowds to the theatres. “The challenge is to get a story that is compelling enough for Indian audiences to see. I know there are one or two films like Day After Tomorrow that have been successful in the West and people came out thinking what if this actually happens tomorrow,” said Bachchan.
“If I make a film just talking about climate change, it would be boring to watch. The real challenge is to make a film that would be engrossing enough for the audiences to come out and watch and deal with the issues. If we come across something like that, I am on,” he added.
A bevy of Bollywood stars have associated themselves with various social causes and Bachchan is one of them. He has been honoured with the Green Globe award for his efforts towards creating a greener environment.
The actor feels celebrities can bring about a change by lending their voice for causes. “I am not talking about myself, but a lot of my colleagues the world over have lent their voice for saving the environment or other social issues. I think if a celebrity has the ability to make a difference and influence even two people, then he should help,” the 35-year-old said.
Published in The Express Tribune, February 7th, 2012.