Anand Pandit: Blessed to have a legend like Amitabh Bachchan in my 51st Film – Times of India

“He is the man I have grown up idolizing and the actor, who, to me, defines the meaning of cinema. So, to have him star in ‘Chehre’ was like coming full circle and a great big tick against the biggest box on my wish list!” he added.

Amitabh Bachchan who impressed the audience with his impeccable acting chops in ‘Chehre’ revealed “Anand Bhai is a fantastic producer and working in this film was a pleasure. What moved me immensely is how thoughtful he is and how well he takes care of every member of his team.”

Talking about the outdoor schedule of ‘Chehre’ held in Slovakia, he recalls that it could have been gruelling but he added, “ I was so petrified at the prospect of working in the sub zero temperatures of snow-clad Slovakia. It takes a lot of preparation and care to shoot in a place where the temperature can go down to even -17 degrees but Anand Bhai ensured that nobody faced any discomfort. We had a big crew but right from the actors to the last production hand, every single person had thermal clothes and the heating arrangements were impeccable.”

When Amitabh Bachchan landed in Slovakia, all his misgivings melted away as he concludes, “Anand Bhai, you did an incredible job and I truly appreciate it. Thank you so much for looking after us all, so well!”

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Meanwhile, on the work front, Amitabh Bachchan will be next seen in Ayan Mukerji’s ‘Brahmastra’ with Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Mouni Roy.