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Goutam Ghose is like a master painter: Tillotama Shome (Lead, correcting para 3)
New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) Acclaimed Bengali filmmaker Goutam Ghose, who is directing a Hindi film titled “One Day In The Rains” 12 years after helming “Yatra”, is like a master painter and has a child-like vibe about him, says the film’s lead actress Tillotama Shome.
The movie’s shooting is underway in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Tillotama, with Adil Hussain and Neeraj Kabi form the talented and formidable cast of the film, which is about celebrating the humanity of the common man.
“I have known of Goutamda for a long time and admired his films. He had offered me a film at one point, which didn’t happen for some reason. But I have no regrets because I met him… For the new film, he sent me a message saying ‘Would you like to do another film with me?’ and I said ‘yes’,” Tillotama told IANS over phone from Ranchi.
The beauty of Jharkhand, where she earlier shot for Konkona Sen Sharma’s “A Death in the Gunj”, is adding to the experience of shooting the new movie.
“It’s an extraordinary place. I fell in love with it when we shot in McCluskieganj for Konkona’s film. Goutamda with this film, has introduced me to locations that are paradisical and epic in sheer scale. The landscape offers such levels, that you take one step and you will disappear from sight. The forests, hills and valleys are like massive paintings,” she said.
And it is Ghose’s style of filmmaking which is lending magical brush strokes to the project.
“Honestly, I am overjoyed. I never thought it would be so grand. He is like a master painter. He found locations that can carry the dynamics of his story. He places his actors on this canvas with great care and precision and with masterful strokes asks us to negotiate the terrain.
“No hair and make-up, just us and the best of nature, under the guidance of a child-like director, who jumps with glee when he is happy with what we have done. I am very grateful for this opportunity.”
The script attracted Tillotama the most to “One Day In The Rains”.
“Its simplicity was very deceptive and each reading revealed newer meanings. It was also the first time I received a script with a detailed shot breakdown by a director who is also a Director of Photography. He already knows what he wants and has done his homework. It’s also wonderful to have co-actors like Adil and Neeraj Kabi,” said Tillotama, known for her performance in films like “Monsoon Wedding”, “Qissa”, “Hindi Medium”, “A Death In The Gunj” and “Sir”.
While the actress cannot share details about her role in Ghose’s film yet, she says the movie celebrates the extraordinary kindness of the common person in the face of great hardships.
She is glad to work with Adil, with whom she had last collaborated for a short film in 2003. Since then, both of them have carved their own niche. How has the camaraderie evolved?
“It is wonderful and warm. We worked on a short film called ‘Butterfly’ a long time ago. I had just done one film then. Adil was immersed in theatre and didn’t have much interest in films then. There was great innocence then.
“Even though we never worked together after that, whenever we met it was very warm and nostalgic. On this film, we are catching up on how we have grown up and the things we do to stay sane and healthy.”
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.
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