Many people ask me why I chose to remake 'Devdas.' I wanted to make a film that celebrated grandeur and grace. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
Of course, an Oscar nomination would have added considerably to the film's business abroad. But it has already made nearly Rs 150… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
When I make a film about a physically challenged person, I come away with so much. I learn to value what I… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
My 'Devdas' was a tribute to all the mainstream masters, from Mehboob Khan, K. Asif, and V. Shantaram to Raj Kapoor. I… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
The first film that I saw of Shammi Kapoor was 'Bhramachari.' I instantly fell in love with the film and connected with… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
I faced failure with my first film, 'Khamoshi.' All of us have our highs and lows, except Lata Mangeshkar. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
'Devdas' is the first Hindi commercial film to be seen at Cannes. And 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' is getting a whole… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
'Devdas' isn't a real film. It isn't in the same genre as Mira Nair's 'Monsoon Wedding,' where the camera's presence is so… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
You can do a formula film and walk the conventional path, but it may not work at all. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
Once a film is selected at Cannes, the crossover becomes very easy, thanks to the prestige and dignity it gains at Cannes. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
The film industry functions on fraternal feelings. If there is a problem, we solve it in-house. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
The Cannes Film Festival is the biggest, most prestigious film festival in the world. This is where filmmakers are discovered, where futures… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
Many people ask me why I chose to remake 'Devdas.' I wanted to make a film that celebrated grandeur and grace. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
My mind was never into school, and education did not matter to me. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
Of course, an Oscar nomination would have added considerably to the film's business abroad. But it has already made nearly Rs 150 crore. It… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
I write all my scripts with Salman in mind. He understands me perfectly on the sets. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
Shah Rukh made 'Devdas' for me, and I made it for him. He's special to me, and I think I am special for him.… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
When I make a film about a physically challenged person, I come away with so much. I learn to value what I have. My… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
People might think that I'm inaccessible, unapproachable, and dark. In many ways, my characters are uncomfortable to interact with, but that's not me. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
It is very difficult for anyone to predict how a film will do. It depends on so many things: the mood of the audience,… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
I think caring too much about the economics starts affecting the creative aspect of the film. That is a dangerous process for a filmmaker.… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
My mother is special to me. She understands me. She has no expectations from me. — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
