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“When you break new grounds and try to do something different, it's always a high. I remember the first time we did a whole song in slow motion with lipsync for 'Geetanjali.' It was not prevalent at that time. We just had a method and we tried to do that. We weren't sure whether it was going to…” quote by Mani Ratnam
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“When you break new grounds and try to do something different, it's always a high. I remember the first time we did a whole song in slow motion with lipsync for 'Geetanjali.' It was not prevalent at that time. We just had a method and we tried to do that. We weren't sure whether it was going to work, but that is the kind of risk you take.”

Mani Ratnam

About This Quote

Source Film: Geetanjali (1993) – Interview

Innovating by taking bold creative risks can lead to groundbreaking results, even when uncertain of success.

In simple terms: Bold creative risks can lead to breakthroughs.

Key Takeaway

Embrace uncertainty and experiment.

Themes

creativity risk innovation artistic expression

Mood

excited determined

Type

inspirational motivational

When to use this quote

  • music video production
  • film direction
  • advertising campaigns
  • product launches
  • stage performances

Key Concepts

cinema experimental storytelling visual style

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risk could you take in your work?
  • How do you test an unproven idea?
A Different Perspective

Success depends on execution and audience reception, not just the idea.

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