Masters, their magic and me

Updated On: 09 May, 2024 06:15 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu

Ali says he is honoured to work with Haasan and Ratnam as he joins Thug Life shoot; to film in Delhi’s bustling markets over next few days

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Ali Fazal had wished for it, even pictured in his head how it would be if he ever got the opportunity to work with Mani Ratnam. But years of hoping had not prepared him for the surprise that is Thug Life. The action drama not only marks the actor’s first collaboration with the filmmaker, but also sees him share screen space with his childhood hero Kamal Haasan. Fazal, who has joined the Delhi shoot, says he is a mixed bag of emotions—from excitement to pride and nervousness—but above all, he feels a deep sense of honour to work with the two masters of the craft. “I am thrilled to be a part of Mani sir’s vision, and I can only hope to bring something of significance to this canvas. It’s an honour to work alongside Kamal Haasan sir and share notes with him. The opportunity to collaborate with two stalwarts of Indian cinema has been humbling,” says the actor about his maiden Tamil project.

Kamal Haasan has co-written the film