Yash Chopra's Fax from Switzerland Moved Darr Writer

Javed Siddiqi, the dialogue writer for the enduring film Darr, recently reminisced about his interactions with the late filmmaker Yash Chopra. Siddiqi shared that Chopra deeply respected writers, citing an instance where Chopra faxed script revisions from Switzerland during the film's shoot, a gesture that greatly moved him.

Their professional relationship was also enriched by a shared passion for the Urdu language. Siddiqi mentioned that Chopra predominantly communicated in Urdu and English, and they often discussed classic Urdu literature. This mutual literary background fostered a strong personal bond between them.

Furthermore, Siddiqi recalled Chopra's inclusive approach to filmmaking. He would meticulously prepare bound scripts and then narrate the entire story to every member of the film unit, from spot boys to actors, emphasizing the writers' contributions before production commenced.