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Yash Soni: 'Chaal Jeevi Laiye' defied piracy, ruled cinemas
18 Aug
Summary
- Father-son bond and piracy fight powered 'Chaal Jeevi Laiye'.
- Film ran for years, still draws houseful shows.
- OTT platforms face criticism for neglecting Gujarati cinema.
Yash Soni, star of the Gujarati super-hit 'Chaal Jeevi Laiye' (2019), discussed the film's unprecedented success in an exclusive interview. He believes the powerful father-son emotional connection resonated deeply with audiences. Soni also highlighted the proactive measures taken by the film's makers to combat piracy, which was crucial in sustaining its remarkable theatrical run.
The film, often hailed as the 'Sholay' of Gujarati cinema, continues to draw crowds. Soni shared an anecdote about senior citizens attending sold-out shows recently, underscoring the film's strong emotional impact. Despite its historic performance, 'Chaal Jeevi Laiye' remains unavailable on most OTT platforms, a situation Soni deems unfair.
Soni expressed his desire to work in Bollywood, emphasizing his search for compelling scripts. He acknowledged the growing diversity and experimentation within Gujarati cinema, citing Netflix's acquisition and promotion of 'Vash Level 2' as a positive sign. He hopes this trend of greater platform support for Gujarati films will continue.
