Director-producer Rohit Shetty recently addressed speculations about a perceived distance between him and Shah Rukh Khan, clarifying that there is no discord between them. Shetty, who collaborated with Khan in the films Chennai Express (2013) and Dilwale (2015), emphasized that the key factor for their collaboration is finding a compelling story. He mentioned that if a project comes along that surpasses the success of Chennai Express, he would be eager to work with Khan again, stating, “If I get a good story, if we have to work together, then it should be better than Chennai Express.”
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During an interview with The Lallantop, Shetty also shared insights into his father, MB Shetty, a renowned stuntman in Bollywood. He recounted a tragic incident on the sets of Bombay 405 Miles, where a miscommunication during a stunt scene led to the death of a stuntman named Mansoor. Shetty’s father, responsible for giving the signal for a petrol blast, accidentally tapped the wrong person, resulting in the stuntman catching fire. Shetty’s father faced personal and professional setbacks, and the director discussed the impact of this incident on his family.
Rohit Shetty highlighted his father’s commitment to the workers in the film industry, actively participating in the fighters’ association. Despite the challenges, MB Shetty remained devoted to the welfare of his fellow workers. Shetty described how his father’s tragic mistake affected him, leading to a decline in his career and, ultimately, his untimely death a year later. The interview provided a glimpse into the personal and professional challenges faced by Shetty’s family, shedding light on the complex dynamics within the film industry and the profound impact such incidents can have on individuals and their legacies.
