Isi Life Mein Stars On The Streets Of Juhu Beach

Akshay crosses new milestone with huge TMK opening

Akshay Kumar would be heaving a sigh of relief. Those who had questioned his superstardom after the poor opening of 'Action Replayy' won't really have much to say after the terrific start that 'Tees Maar Khan' has enjoyed at theaters. Of course ultimately it's the content which will do the talking to decide the kind of distance that this Farah Khan directed film eventually travels. However the fact remains that the weekend belongs to a star and this is where Akshay has delivered.

'Tees Maar Khan' has netted around 40 crores over the weekend, hence turning out to be the biggest opener ever for Akshay Kumar. Before this 'Housefull' had netted around 30 crores over the weekend but with 40 crores coming in, 'Tees Maar Khan' is now next only to 'Dabangg' after crossing '3 Idiots' opening.

While it was 'Tees Maar Khan' wave all over with the entire world talking about it, whether in a positive or a negative tone, the fact remains that in the process of that happening, Ajay Devgn starrer 'Toonpur Ka Superrhero' was totally ignored. This live-animation film didn't find any takers whatsoever with an opening that was merely in 10% range. Clearly, those who wanted to check out a film over the weekend preferred 'Tees Maar Khan' and were in no mood to spend on two films.

As for 'Isi Life Mein', absolutely nothing went in it's favour. Wrong release period, poor show timings, nil hype, an average product in hand, no curiosity amongst the audience and poor reviews meant that 'Isi Life Mein' went totally unnoticed. The only thing that went in favour of this Sooraj Barjatya production was some good promotion (if one goes by the small budget in which the film has been made). However that was never going to be good enough for this film which fetched a disastrous 5%-10% opening for itself. Akshay Oberoi and Sandeepa Dhar, two debutants of 'Isi Life Mein' may benefit though as their act has come for some appreciation. However, the film hasn't quite turned out to be smash debut per se with hardly anyone checking it out.

Sandeepa - "Yes, female director was a better option"

'Isi Life Mein' has released and newcomer Sandeepa is happy that she has found some good recognition coming her way despite the film not quite seeing critical appreciation. The film had her being directed by first timer Vidhi Kasliwal and one wonders if there was some disappointment that did set in for Sandeepa once she realised that it won't be Sooraj Barjatya (who was a co-producer here) who would be directing the film.

"See, I won't deny that Sooraj ji is one of my dream directors. If someone asks me that who is that one person with whom you would want to work with, I would say Sooraj Barjatya. I have immense respect for him," agrees Sandeepa.

"Having said that, when you are starting out in the industry, you have to believe in your director who is so clear about her vision. This is something that I found in Vidhi and I went ahead with my distinct," continues Sandeepa, "I could sense that there was a connection between the two of us."

When asked to elaborate upon the 'connect' factor, Sandeepa smiles, "She is someone who is very people oriented. Also, her being a female director was an added advantage as well due to which there was a comfort level that I shared with her. This is not to say that I can't work well with a male director but then since this was my first film, a female director was a better option."

Sandeepa Talks About Her Role In Isi Life Mein

Sandeepa Dhar has seen quite a few notes of appreciation coming for the debut that she has made in this Friday release Isi Life Mein. Happy with the fact that it's her simplicity which has been noticed most, she also goes on to joke that she possibly deserves an award for the triple role that she has played in this film where she is paired opposite another debutant Akshay Oberoi.

"To go from 'seedhi saadhi' Rajnandini to a 'teekhi karaari' Katherina was one huge challenge because in real life I am neither of them", laughs Sandeepa, "Third was the in-between part where I am rechristened as RJ by my college mates. Guess I should get an award for this triple role that I had to play day in and night out during the making of this film."

In this Vidhi Kasliwal directed film, Sandeepa plays a small town girl who is quite simple and is exposed to the city life once she arrives in Mumbai for her further studies. However, a chance incident makes her turn into a lead actor for a play based on Shakespeare's 'Taming of the Shrew'.