Rajeev to do a Rajesh Khanna
Because the TV actor reminds him of the superstar, Tony Singh wants to make a romantic film with Rajeev
Producer-director Tony Singh ('Left Right Left' on SAB) is so impressed with his lead actor Rajeev Khandelwal's "sense of commitment and dedication" that he has plans to make a full-fledged feature film with him .
In fact, Tony even invited Rajeev as a special guest, besides his protge Mona (Jassi) Singh, for the party to mark the telecast of the premiere episode of his show 'Jeete Hain Jiske Liye' (Sony). The show has Renuka Shahane staging her comeback after a hiatus.
Tony said, "I plan to make a romantic thriller with Rajeev. Every time I watch him performing his romantic scenes I am reminded of the legendary superstar Rajesh Khanna."
Refuting reports that Rajeev is a 'fussy, tantrum-prone actor', who was soon poised to walk out from 'LRL' as he was dissatisfied with his role, Tony said, "On the contrary, he is so involved with his character that he shoots extra hours and was even willing to reduce his fees, if the show was going over-budget.
Being a serious actor who prefers a logical undercurrent in his scenes, Rajeev's commanding presence on the sets keeps everyone on their toes."
He added, "We are completing 125 episodes of 'LRL' shortly and there is no reason for Rajeev to quit the show." Meanwhile Rajeev seems excited with the film offer.
"Why not? I am game to work in a movie directed by Tony because I share a personal bonding with him," says Rajeev.
