Big B’s next venture based on ‘Gandhigiri’

Vivek Sharma has finally signed on Amitabh Bachchan
for his next production titled Buddham Sharanam Gachchami. The film, named after
a Buddhist chant, will preach non-violence and try to uncover the psyche of the
people who turn to violence. Sharma had approached Bachchan with the script when
they were working together on Bhootnath, and the Big B has finally signed on the
dotted line. Vivek says the subject is very close to his heart, “In fact, I had
discussed the project with Mr Bachchan during Bhoonath and he had shown
interest.

Now I am happy that he’s agreed to be a part of the
film. Vivek plans to finalise the rest of his cast in the coming days and has
already begun pre-production work. If everything goes well, then I plan to
release the film next year in October during Gandhi Jayanti. I plan to get the
top actors in the industry on board for the film. Getting another opportunity to
work with Mr Bachchan is definitely thrilling. When asked if he’s worried that
Buddhist groups might take offense to his title, he says, “No, why should they?

When they watch the movie it will be clear, why I
have used it. In fact, it preaches the Buddhist doctrine of non-violence. The
director adds that Bachchan will sport three different looks in the film, “It
will definitely show him in a different light. I plan to meet Rahman for the
music. The film will have a Sufi sound which only he can deliver.”