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Dhawan: Don't chase trends, be true to your style
21 Apr
Summary
- Filmmaker David Dhawan considers Manmohan Desai his guru.
- Dhawan advises directors not to follow fleeting industry trends.
- His upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai releases June 5.
Filmmaker David Dhawan has shared his perspective on navigating the film industry, urging directors to resist the urge to chase trends. He revealed that his creative mentor has always been the esteemed filmmaker Manmohan Desai, whom he continues to revere.
Dhawan uses a vivid analogy to illustrate his point, stating, "You shouldn't open the bonnet of a running car." He advises filmmakers to focus on their own comfort zone and creative instincts rather than imitating successful styles, citing the example of how one hit film can inspire a wave of imitative trends.
The veteran director's latest directorial venture, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, is scheduled for release in cinemas on June 5. The film features a notable cast, including Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde in the lead roles.
