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Balki challenges me with never-done-before roles: Amitabh
By
Subhash K. JhaMumbai, March 27
R. Balakrishnan and Amitabh
Bachchan's much anticipated third outing "Shamitabh" turned out to be a
box office disaster, but they are all set to collaborate a fourth time
for yet another clutter-breaking film. The megastar says working with
the filmmaker is enjoyable because he offers roles that challenge him.
The duo has earlier worked together in "Cheeni Kum" and "Paa".
Big B graciously accepts the failure of "Shamitabh".
"The
film has not done well at the box office because the audience did not
like it, period! For me, my work is the most enjoyable and comforting
experience. Challenges are there in each project that I have done and
shall continue to be so.
"'Shamitabh' has been as challenging as
'Paa' or any other (film) that I have worked in. And working with Balki
is a joy, simply because he keeps challenging me with roles that I may
never have done before," said the 72-year-old.
The Big B is grateful to micro-blogging sites for constant feedback on his films and performances.
"Twitter
followers have been large and I am most grateful to those that
contribute to the platform. It has given me an opportunity to express
myself to the others and to take back their expressions. It has been
most rewarding."
So would the Big B consider "Shamitabh" a turning point in his career?
"Every
film has been a turning point of my career. I have no idea what the
future has in store. That will have to come from the writers and
directors," said the iconic actor, insisting that "Shamitabh" was no
such homage to his voice.