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The speaker is saying that making a film is not enough on its own; it should immediately connect with viewers. The goal is for the audience to feel involved from the very beginning and stay engaged throughout.
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Originally said in English.
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About Farhan Akhtar
Indian actor, filmmaker and singer
Farhan Akhtar is an Indian actor, filmmaker and singer in Hindi cinema. Born into a film family, he was raised by screenwriters Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani. He is also credited with helping shape contemporary Hindi film through his work as a performer and behind the camera. In 1999, he co-founded the production company Excel Entertainment with Ritesh Sidhwani. Alongside acting and directing, he has built a career as a singer, and his work spans the creative roles of performer, filmmaker and music artist in the Hindi film industry.
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