The artistes of Bhopal have managed to make their place in the Bollywood industry. Some of them would be seen playing vital roles in the upcoming movie, Revolver Rani.
A noted theatre artiste and the founder of Koshish Theatre Group, Bhopal, Saroj Sharma would play the role of a Mayor which is a negative role. Further, city model and actress Apoorva Gaur would be seen acting opposite actor Piyush Mishra. As many as 25 artistes from Bhopal would be seen in the movie.
While talking to the media persons here on Wednesday, local film coordinator Anoop Joshi said, “This was like a golden opportunity for the artistes of Bhopal. These artistes were selected on the basis of their skills and talent and now would be seen in the movie not as ‘extras’ but in a vital role.”
While elaborating further, artistes coordinator from Bhopal, Avinash Dixit said, “As much as 90 per cent of the movie is shot in Madhya Pradesh and 10 per cent in Mumbai so most of the artistes were picked up from Bhopal and Gwalior which is a big thing for the city. This would inspire the aspiring youngsters too.”
Further, Saroj Sharma, while talking about her role, said, “This was not at all difficult for me as I was just selected by the director for the role, for which I did not give any audition.” Elaborating further, she said, “Being a theatre artiste I knew all the tricks to play the character. Overall it was fun for me,” she added laughingly.
Revolver Rani, starring Kangna Ranout in the lead role and directed by Sai Kabir, was shot in Madhya Pradesh.
Set against the backdrop of politics in Chambal and Gwalior, Revolver Rani is an unusual love story between Alka Gujjar (Kangana Ranaut) and her toy boy lover Rohan Mehra (Vir Das). Popularly known as Revolver Rani, Kangana plays a politically active local who talks with guns easier than words. Manipulated by her uncle for his political motives, Vir Das also tries to get his way into Bollywood. The movie releases on April 25.