Lord of the Rings producer Barrie M. Osborne and actor-director Kamal Hassan are coming together on an international project, the two filmmakers announced here on Saturday.
The project is still in a nascent stage, with just the ideation happening, said Osborne, who flew down to Singapore to announce the association with the Tamil thespian, on the sidelines of the IIFA weekend here.
“I have been interested in working with Indian artistes in the past, but a story is what compels me to make a film. Kamal's concept inspired me and the discussions we've had convinced me that it would be something worthy for us to pursue,” Osborne told PTI.
The Hollywood producer said he met Hassan several times in the past, and decided to work together on a film after seeing his work on Vishwaroop.
“I am impressed by what he has accomplished on Vishwaroop. After that, we started talking on ideas and the possibility of working together. His knowledge of history, literature, and films is encyclopaedic. Kamal presented an idea to me that was so compelling that I couldn't resist working with him,” he said.
Osborne hopes that their collaborative effort will focus on Indian history and culture.
“Everybody wonders who we are, where we came from. We could tell a story on the history and culture of India, but on a Hollywood template,” he said. Hassan, 57, said he was honoured to work with Osborne.
The film is yet to be titled, and Hassan's role in it, be it that of a director, writer or actor, is yet to be decided.
Keywords: actor Kamal Hassan, Barry M. Osborne, IIFA
Its festival time for all the Kamalians, just an oscar cannot imply the greatness of our Legend Ulaganayagan !!!!!!!!
Pal., Think U hav missed 'Hey Raam'.
i hope music director will be Ilayaraja who can take your concept to next level thru his music. Can we expect another symphony in your film by maestro , Oscar is sure.....
One man who can beautifully explain the story of India is Kamal.... He is an apt person to do so.... Such a talented and inspiring person, Living Legend.. Hats off to you... Come on Kamal we need to see the History of India in a movie that takes us to the near Reality... long Live and Entertain us...
This initiative by Kamal and Osborne will definitely help indian cinema to improve its standard. I hope to see more such collaborations between indian cinema and hollywood cinema, thereby paving the platform for knowledge (or experience) sharing (or exchange). I am glad that my favourite actor has taken this initiative.
We as Indian know the calibre of this genius called Kamal hassan. It is high time the world should know what it is to be Kamal Hassan. His contribution to the art and the Indian film fraternity had been mammoth. We wish him great success in representing our nation and its proud heritage. From 16 Vayathinela, Sagara Sangamam, Nayagan, Indian, Devar Magan, Sadma, Chanakyan etc. the list is incomplete for me as his works reflects his calibre. The right time has emerged in his horizon and wishing him all the very best.
Congratulations Kamal. We feel great to have u part of the chennai/tamilnadu
It is high time that a world class actor, who has mastered in all faculties of cinema and a genius without parallel like Kamala Hasan find his place in world cinema.Let his association with Barrie M. Osborne be the beginning of his foray into international cinema. Film enthusiasts of my generation are so blessed to grow up with him on the screen.from Kulathoor Kannamma onwards.Let his talent flourish further in the global canvas.
Kamal a living legend who is going to associate with a world renowned producer will be a great treat to the cinema goers all over the world. The entire world of cinema is looking at the thespian Padma Sri Kamal and his contribution to the world of cinema and get inspired from his work. He is a born actor and should have conferred with Oscar very long back. His innovative ideas and immense talent should be utilised thoroughly by the western world then he will be known as ultimate star of the world forever.
Hi Kamal
This effort of yours will definitely bring an Oscar for you in the year 2014; as you are such a wonderful actor whom I always use to amaze how you bring such a fabulous emotions and fantastic action in your acting. Guna, Nayagan, Maha Nadhi, Chanakiyan, Dasavatharam, Indian, Thevar Magan, Moonram Pirai, Apoorva Sagodharargal...oof...no one can be born again like you to do this power packed original performances.
I am ardent lover of your skills, your stylish presentation etc. I must congratulate you for this new project, must tell you that by 2014, you will be awarded an Oscar; thereafter please do approach me, I got a great stuffed story which can be filmed as well. Till then my prayers to see you soon
Cheers
Warm regards
Jyoti Basu
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Ulaka nayakane vanakkam. Your fans which includes myself will be waiting for this Hollywood collaborative product.Best wishes.
India's talented actor got recognition now. He should have born in hollywood. Wish him all the best.
Long live Kamal. We are all proud of you.
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