There’s some serious popcorn entertainment unfolding behind the scenes in the industry, and for once, it isn’t happening on a film set.
The story actually began last year, when a young actor, fresh from the success of a sleeper hit, found himself locked in a legal tussle with a powerful industry executive over an upcoming film, his maiden venture as producer. The dispute erupted before the film went on floors, after the actor refused to be a part of the project.
The executive, known in industry circles for his aggressive style of functioning and a reputation for throwing his weight around, apparently expected to have his way. Except this time, things didn’t quite go according to plan.
The legal battle went in the young actor’s favour, leaving the executive frustrated and with little choice but to go ahead with another actor. Another actor was part of a hit film which was trolled for his poor performance and dance sequence.
Months later, the episode is being remembered with renewed amusement because the executive has now started promoting the very same film which is a remake of a cult film from south.
And the trade is having a field day..
The strangely titled romantic comedy has been attracting considerable trolling, with its promotional material becoming a favourite on industry WhatsApp groups. Jokes about the film are reportedly flying thick and fast, with several insiders privately enjoying the irony of the situation.
For someone who has long had a reputation for bullying his way through the business, losing a battle to a young actor and then watching the resulting film become the trade’s latest punchline has made the entire episode particularly entertaining for those who remember how it began.
Sometimes, the industry doesn’t need a Friday release to provide entertainment.
Guess Who? The young breakout actor, the powerful executive-turned-producer and the film everyone in the trade seems to have an opinion about.
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