Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Basil Joseph on 'Wasted' Time Directing Shaktimaan Film
Basil Joseph, director of 'Minnal Murali', spoke with Anurag Kashyap about his experience trying to make the Shaktimaan movie.
He felt he spent two years on the project without it taking off.
The original plan was for Ranveer Singh to star.
However, there were many setbacks, and rumors circulated.
Basil also mentioned how he struggles to keep working in the Bollywood industry.
The movie, based on a popular Indian superhero, is still facing hurdles.
Basil Joseph, director of Minnal Murali, says he 'wasted' two years on the Shaktimaan film adaptation.
He discussed his frustrations with Anurag Kashyap.
Ranveer Singh was originally slated to star in the Shaktimaan reboot.
Shaktimaan was originally created by Mukesh Khanna.
Basil Joseph dismissed rumors of Allu Arjun replacing Ranveer Singh.
- Who
- Basil Joseph, Anurag Kashyap
- What
- Basil Joseph discussed the difficulties of the Shaktimaan film adaptation.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Reportedly discussed with Chalchitra Talks
- Why
- To share challenges of reboot film.
Basil Joseph's Perspective
Potential Film Challenges
Film's Development
Basil Joseph's Perspective
He was frustrated with the slow progress.
Potential Film Challenges
Reboots often face delays and conflicting reports.
- Key People
- Basil Joseph, Anurag Kashyap, Mukesh Khanna, Ranveer Singh, Allu Arjun
- Project
- Shaktimaan film adaptation
- Director's Previous Work
- Minnal Murali, Kunjiramayanam, Godha
- Basil's Recent Focus
- Acting
- Original Creator
- Mukesh Khanna
