Aashiqui 2 on the cards

Actor Rahul Roy, who embarked on his acting career with Aashiqui 22 years ago, says it is a bold move by Vishesh Films to make Aashiqui 2, adding that every film has its destiny and Part 2 may work wonders.

“Of course, I am happy that Aashiqui 2 is being made. It’s a bold move by Vishesh Films,” Roy said.

Known for launching new faces, director Mahesh Bhatt had roped in Roy and model Anu Agarwal for Aashiqui.

Remembering the initial stage of filmmaking, Roy said: “When we started out, nobody expected that this film would be a great hit. I am happy that they are going for it [Aashiqui 2], and who knows, the film may become a cult.”

For the latest version of the romantic saga, Mohit Suri will wield the megaphone and has teamed up with youngsters Shraddha Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapoor.

Roy said he is aware that “it’s not the same story, it’s a different story. Mohit is directing the film and I am glad it is being made by the same banner. I wish them luck.”

Released in 1990, Aashiqui was not only a box-office success but all the songs from the film, including Bas Ek Sanam Chahiye and Nazar Ke Saamne, were chartbusters.

Roy said comparisons were inevitable.

“As far as music is concerned, it’s a very tough call, because the music had touched everyone’s heart and is still around after 22 years. People will tend to compare it with the original, but it is up to Mohit who will have to divert their attention. Even Sholay and Agneepath were remade and people had compared them with the original. So comparisons are inevitable,” he said.

The actor feels it is unfair to compare Shraddha and Aditya with him and Agarwal. “When Anu and I started with the film, I knew Anu from the modelling days, and still I was not comfortable that she was doing the film. But it was because of the script that the chemistry happened on screen. And I give all the credit to Mahesh Bhatt,” the 44-year-old said.

“As I always say, har film apni kismet lekar aati hai. So you never know that this film might do better than the original. I would say let’s give Aditya and Shraddha an opportunity to try and give another twist to the film. So you never know.”

Aashiqui 2 is likely be released on Valentine’s Day next February.

— IANS