Archive · 26 Jul 2025
Amitabh Bachchan Scolded 'Gupt' Director: Kajol's Killer Role
In a recent interview, director Rajiv Rai shared an anecdote about Amitabh Bachchan's reaction to the movie 'Gupt.'
Bachchan, after a special viewing, questioned Rai's choice to make Kajol the villain, essentially scolding the director.
Rai explained that Bachchan, a senior figure in the industry, expressed doubt about the decision.
The film, released with Bobby Deol and Manisha Koirala alongside Kajol, was daring for its time.
The event highlights a senior actor's reaction to a then-controversial plot twist in a Hindi film.
Director Rajiv Rai revealed Amitabh Bachchan scolded him after watching 'Gupt'.
Bachchan questioned Rai's decision to make Kajol the killer in the film.
Rai shared the anecdote on the Ravi Buleiy Official YouTube channel.
The film 'Gupt' was considered daring for its time.
Amitabh Bachchan and Rajiv's father, Gulshan Rai, collaborated on films.
- Who
- Amitabh Bachchan and Rajiv Rai.
- What
- Amitabh Bachchan questioned Rajiv Rai's decision in 'Gupt'.
- When
- After Bachchan viewed the movie during a trial show.
- Where
- The conversation took place after a trial show in Chennai.
- Why
- Bachchan questioned Rai's decision regarding the film's plot.
Amitabh's Perspective
Rajiv Rai's Perspective
Movie Plot
Amitabh's Perspective
Expressing doubts about the creative decision in the movie.
Rajiv Rai's Perspective
The director's perspective of the artistic decision.
- Film Title
- Gupt
- Director
- Rajiv Rai
- Main Actors
- Bobby Deol, Kajol, Manisha Koirala
- Bachchan's Reaction
- He questioned Rai's decision
- Source
- Ravi Buleiy Official YouTube channel