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Saturday, September 13, 2008 - 9:59 PM
http://www.indiafm.com/features/2008/07/29/4127/
Bollywood Hungama
"Govinda is nothing like what he was in the past" - Ganesh Acharya
By Satish Sundaresan, July 29, 2008 - 18:23 IST
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Is there any significance behind the film's whacky title Money Hai Toh Honey Hai?
You know what! The term 'honey' is generally associated with a girl. But for me, the term 'honey' is happiness. And in terms of this film's parlance, it means that if you have money, you will be happy! In today's world, in order to achieve and fulfill any dream, man requires money. In short, the common man's need and desires are depicted through my film.
The film is a multi-starrer. How easy or difficult was it working with such an ensemble cast?
As a choreographer, I have handled more than 12 stars at a time. So, in that sense, handling the big names was not at all an issue for me as all of them respect me a lot and vice versa. As for the actors of Money Hai Toh Honey Hai, I have earlier worked with Manoj Bajpai, Govinda, and Aftab. But it was a first time for me to be working with Celina and Hansika, but I must say that they were extremely hard working and damn good at their work. Our equation with each other had become so good that we literally partied every single day of our schedule in Mauritius, so much so that no one came to know when the film got over! I got full support from all my artists.
You have choreographed Govinda who happens to be one of the finest actor-dancer in the industry today. So, how was your experience directing him this time?
Frankly speaking, I have no qualms in saying that I have really learnt a lot from Govinda, even while I was directing this film. And not just Govinda, I keep on learning something from every artiste of mine, as for me, learning is a never-ending process. The one major thing that I have learnt from Govinda is the value of time and the aspect of timing…Well; I am talking about comedy timing (laughs). As for my film, Govinda has always been punctual for shoots. That explains why we were able wrap up the film so fast. I should also say that Govinda is nothing like what he was in the past. He has changed for the good.
What made you cast a young actress like Hansika (who is nearly less than half his age) opposite Govinda?
My film does not have the clichéd love angle. But let me also tell you that there is something that's really 'different' about this film, which you will realize when you see the film in entirety. That's the reason why age was not a criteria between the characters in my film. Let me also add that Hansika has been portrayed as never before. She is looking so piping hot in this film! I am sure that a lot of people would have changed their perception (about Hansika being a child actress etc…).
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It sounds really strange that despite being an ace choreographer, you haven't choreographed the songs of Money Hai Toh Honey Hai ! Why?
Actually, the choreography is done by Vishnu Deva, my assistant, who has turned a full-fledged choreographer with this film. The entire film is full of 'dhammal' songs and I am very satisfied with the way the film has shaped up! And I have no regrets of not doing the choreography as directing the film kept me busy.
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Film sequels seem to be the flavor of the season; can one look forward to a squeal of Money Hai Toh Honey Hai?
No. There will be no sequel to Money Hai Toh Honey Hai at all!
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