Archive · 15 Jun 2025
102 Not Out Director on Bachchan, Kapoor's Dynamic
In a recent interview, the director of '102 Not Out' talked about his experience with Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor.
He mentioned Kapoor's respect for Bachchan, which led him to agree to a workshop.
The director described Bachchan as a meticulous 'method actor', contrasting with Kapoor's spontaneous approach.
Kapoor preferred fewer retakes but would accept them if there was a good reason.
Furthermore, Kapoor was so touched by Bachchan's performance in a scene that he delayed his dubbing session and sent Bachchan flowers.
Director Umesh Shukla discussed the contrasting acting styles of Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor in '102 Not Out'.
Rishi Kapoor respected Amitabh Bachchan and agreed to a workshop only because of Bachchan.
Bachchan is described as a 'method actor' while Kapoor preferred spontaneity in his acting.
Kapoor was reluctant with retakes but would agree if the director had a valid reason.
Kapoor was moved by Bachchan's performance in a scene, delaying his dubbing and sending Bachchan flowers.
- Who
- Umesh Shukla, Amitabh Bachchan, and Rishi Kapoor.
- What
- Director Umesh Shukla shared anecdotes about Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor during the making of '102 Not Out'.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- In a podcast
- Why
- To share insights into the actors' working styles and their relationship.
Rishi Kapoor's Acting Style
Amitabh Bachchan's Approach
Acting Approach
Rishi Kapoor's Acting Style
Prefers spontaneity; disliked retakes unless justified.
Amitabh Bachchan's Approach
Not applicable
- Movie Title
- 102 Not Out
- Director
- Umesh Shukla
- Bachchan's Acting Style
- Method
- Kapoor's Acting Style
- Spontaneous
- Kapoor's Retake Preference
- Disliked retakes