Filmmaker Pulkit Reflects on Pressure of Theatrical Releases and His Journey with 'Maalik'
Director Pulkit ‘Wasn’t Happy With’ Rajkummar Rao's Maalik: Says ‘I Didn’t Do A Good Job Under Pressure’
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Filmmaker Pulkit discussed his preference for direct OTT releases over theatrical ones, citing pressure as a key factor. He expressed dissatisfaction with his last theatrical film, 'Maalik,' which starred Rajkummar Rao and Manushi Chhillar, admitting he struggled under the stress of the box office expectations.
- 01Pulkit prefers OTT releases due to the pressure of theatrical releases.
- 02He was unhappy with his last theatrical film, 'Maalik,' due to performance pressure.
- 03The film 'Maalik' tells the story of a farmer's son turned gangster in Allahabad.
- 04Pulkit's upcoming film, 'Kartavya,' is set to release on May 15.
- 05He expressed admiration for Shah Rukh Khan and his support in his filmmaking journey.
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Filmmaker Pulkit, known for his upcoming film 'Kartavya' set to release on May 15, has shared insights into his filmmaking preferences, particularly his inclination towards releasing films directly on streaming platforms rather than in theatres. In a recent interview with Variety India, he expressed that the pressure associated with theatrical releases significantly affects his creative process. Reflecting on his last theatrical film, 'Maalik,' which starred Rajkummar Rao and Manushi Chhillar, Pulkit admitted, 'I wasn’t happy with the final film because I didn’t do a good job under pressure.' 'Maalik' narrates the journey of Deepak, a farmer's son who rises as a gangster in Allahabad during the 1980s, showcasing his transformation driven by ambition and personal loss. The film, produced by Kumar Taurani under Tips Films, marks Pulkit's first theatrical release. Additionally, he shared his excitement about casting Saif Ali Khan in 'Kartavya,' noting his long-standing admiration for the actor. Pulkit also expressed gratitude for the support he received from Shah Rukh Khan, stating that having two films produced by him was a surreal experience.
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