I don't think the physical resemblance is as important as capturing the soul of the person that the actor is portraying. How much like Charlie Chaplin did Robert Downey Jr. look in 'Chaplin?' Did Meryl Steep actually resemble Nora Ephron… — Sanjay Leela Bhansali Copy Share Image
Did Robert De Niro actually look like Al Capone in 'The Untouchables?' Or did Van Kilmer look like Jim Morrison in 'The Doors?' No. It's the core, the essence of the personality that matters. — 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
