Talk of starry dreams

Amarjot Kaur

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At the time when Punjabi films are exploring their creative arch beyond the realms of slapstick comedy, Alfaaz-starrer Vadda Kalakaar is taking on the inspirational route while delving into aspirations of the young Punjabi folks.

“I think every kid in Punjab dreams of becoming a star or famous and that’s what this film is about. It tells the story of a young Punjabi guy, who takes inspiration from actors like Yograj Singh and dreams of paving his way into the Punjabi film industry. I play the role of that guy in this film,” Alfaaz says.

Written by Amritsar-based Deedar Singh, who rose to fame with PTC Punjabi’s show, Laughter da Master, the film revolves around the struggles of an aspiring actor and aims to motivate the audience. “This is the first Punjabi film I am writing for, though my association with Punjabi film industry dates back to six or seven years. I have done small roles in many films before,” he says. “The story of the film is about how a young boy gets inspired to become an actor after watching films on TV and VCRs and how his mother supports him throughout. It’s an emotional film and quite meaningful too. I feel it will inspire the youth of Punjab to follow their dreams, but most of all, it will teach them to dream,” adds the 30-year-old.

Directed by Kuldeep Kaushik and produced under the banner of Red Castle Motion Pictures, the maker of the film is Parul Katyal. “We will soon be shooting for the film and it will be released in August, most probably,” assures Alfaaz. Vadda Kalakaar is Alfaaz’s third film and he will be acting with two actresses who are making a debut in the industry with this film.

Roopi Kaur (20) from Vancouver shares that she was approached for the role by her manager Sukh. “I play the role of a sweet, innocent ‘girl next door’ in this film and I was prompted to take up this role mainly because of the star cast. I believe they are all such wonderful people and they are setting out to make a different film,” she says.

Another lead actress, Jassi Kaur (25) has been essaying small roles in several Punjabi films and has worked as an anchor too. “I was desperately looking to land a role in Punjabi films for quite some time and was in touch with Deedar. Soon after he penned this film, he told me that he may have something for me and I grabbed the opportunity with both hands. The most interesting thing about this film is that there’s a film in this film and I play the role of a fastidious heroine who throws tantrums at the drop of a hat. I am totally in love with my role,” she smiles and signs off.