Sanjay Leela Bhansali Quotes

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Profession : Director

Birth : February 24, 1963

With 'Bajirao Mastani,' we have created history.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali

'Devdas' is the first Hindi commercial film to be seen at Cannes. And 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' is getting a whole lot of appreciation abroad. I'm pleased.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali

The Cannes Film Festival is the biggest, most prestigious film festival in the world. This is where filmmakers are discovered, where futures are made, and the most important films premiered.

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Though all festivals are important, this Cannes Festival starts off the season.

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I have always chosen subjects which are little different, and not subjects that you see. That challenges me and the actors who work in the project.

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Take any movie from 'Khamoshi' to 'Black,' I was always clear about my subjects.

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I remember during 'Devdas,' people told me that they had seen 'Devdas' before, so what would be so different about this one. But I was convinced with the subject, and that is what drove me.

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People don't want to always see a comedy or an action film. If the film in a particular genre is made well, then it will see its share of success.

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It's been a journey of great stress and awakening. I have given my blood sweat and tears to 'Padmavati.'

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I am trying to pursue excellence.

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Think of Hridaynath Mangeshkar's 'Mira bhajans.' I have bought these records three to four times, as I listen to them so often.

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I'm petrified of facing the camera. Even to shoot for a photograph is an ordeal. But it's important to break free of your inhibitions at some point in your life.

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As long as what you do reaches out to people, I don't think there's any reason to stop yourself from doing anything.

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When I make a film about a physically challenged person, I come away with so much. I learn to value what I have. My survival instinct sharpened after 'Black' and 'Guzaarish.'

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I've met quadriplegics who have lost the use of their limbs but not their spirit. They are not dark, defeated people.

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Many people ask me why I chose to remake 'Devdas.' I wanted to make a film that celebrated grandeur and grace.

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'Jhalak' was a wonderful experience, but it was important for me to get back to films, since I am a director too.

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I feel it is important to respect contestants on national TV, celebrity or not.

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All the pain, suffering, love, passion, and conflict have made me what I am.

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My art completes my life.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali