I was always interested in comedy as a genre Jaivindra Singh Bhati

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What made you get into films?

I was fascinated by cinema ever since I was a child. When I grew up, I got involved in Cable TV and construction business. The desire to do something related to the movies was already there, so I thought of making a television show. I had a friend who worked as a make-up artist. He suggested that if I want to produce films eventually, I should start my career by producing a small-budget film. I put together a team and produced my first film in 2014 which was called 'Hum Hai Teen Khurafaati'.

You are a businessman based in Delhi and did not have any connections in the film industry. Did you find it difficult to venture into films as a producer?

Initially, I had no idea about film business. The only connection I had was my friend who was a make-up artist in the television industry. He was my childhood friend but we had lost touch for a while. When I met him after several years, I was doing pretty well as a businessman and with his guidance and help I decided to get into films as a producer. He helped me put together the team for my first film. I faced a lot of difficulties while producing my first film but it was a great learning experience.

Your next film has a very interesting title 'When Obama Loved Osama'. How did you get the idea for this film?

I was always interested in comedy as a genre. I loved watching comedy films and TV shows. When I turned producer, I decided this is one genre I would focus on. I knew a writer who was from Uttarakhand. I asked to write a comedy script. He pitched the idea of this film to me and I really liked it. I was fascinated by the title 'When Obama Loved Osama' and thought it was a very promising subject that would appeal to the masses.

Did you ever think about shifting to Mumbai as it might be easy for you work closer to the industry?

I have my other businesses in Delhi, so I have to be here. When you start out with something new, you are bound to face challenges and difficulties. After I decided to turn producer, I bought a flat in Mumbai, lived there for a year and gathered as much information as I could about the industry. Whenever it is necessary for me to come to Mumbai, I come here.

What's next?

As of now, I am busy with planning the release for 'When Obama Loved Osama'. We are planning to release it in May 18, 2018. A lot of people are helping me with the release and distribution of the film. After that, I am planning to produce another comedy called 'Cheaters'. I had heard the concept of the film long time back and am very excited about making this film.

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