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An interview with - Muzzamil Ibrahim |
 What
is Dhokha all about?
Dhokha is about modern Muslims. It also displays the
reality of terrorism and its incalculable
consequences.
What is your character in the film?
I play the role of an ACP. This character is caught up
within the fire storm of community riots. He is of the
belief that revenge is not the idyllic way to deal
with any kind of injustice. Circumstances lead to a
conclusion that his wife is alleged to be a suicide
bomber and how he deals with the situation.
How did you bag this film?
I had been offered roles by producers like T-series,
Popcorn Entertainment, Kumar Mangat, and K Sera Sera.
Pooja Bhatt knew about the film The Fan being offered
to me. She showed keen interest and referred me to Mr.
Bhatt. Bhatt sir asked me to keep myself unoccupied.
He wanted
to do something really good with me as he saw a
tremendous potential. That assurance was good enough
for me.
What made you turn down the producers-was it the
script or were u looking for a bigger break?
It was my personal decision to say no. I was
relatively inexperienced when those roles were
offered. At 19, when I won Gladrags I was too young to
be launched in Bollywood. I didn?t know which film
would be right for me and vice versa. Later I joined
acting workshops for 3 yrs to prepare myself as an
actor. Once I was confident about my capabilities as
an artist, I decided to plunge into it.
What is more challenging modeling or acting?
Modelling is more of a family get-together now. A lot
of people supported me when I was new. I started as a
nonentity, and then became "Muzzamil Ibrahim-the
Supermodel." This was possible only because of the
faith people had in me and my work potential. As far
as acting is concerned it?s a different affair
altogether. Along with immense hard work one has to be
ready for any kind of challenge coming your way. I am
on a mission to prove myself as an actor.
Coming back to Dhokha, How was it working with
Tulip Joshi?
I met her couple of days before the shoot and had a
good conversation. Tulip is friendly and great to chat
with; unfortunately I just have one scene with her.
Is it true that you and Pooja Bhatt did not get
along on the same plane?
She is good in her own way, but we had our
differences. But now that the film has been completed
everything else is history. I don?t want to get into
details pertaining to that. My characterization was
handled by Mr. Bhatt. He helped me out immensely on
the sets and guided me in understanding the character
better. Since Bhatt sir had written the character it
became easier to see his vision about the character.
What is your dream role?
How can I answer that question? I am a romantic person
by nature, roles like Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak and Maine
Pyaar Kiya would be ideal. Romance is a genre I am
aiming for at present.
Are you looking at any new projects after Dhokha?
The scenario has been impressive so far. A lot of good
offers have come my way and I hope everything works
out positively to its best.
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