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The Rajiv Rai Chat

Rajiv: You saw Border. How has the film industry reacted to this movie? How have the masses in India reacted to this movie. In New York, ugly incidents have taken place where Pakistanis have burned down a movie theatre. In Washington, there was a fight in the theatre.

Alright, Rai, old chap... bait it will be then... as long as you are not the shark. So when will we sign the deal? Call me tomorrow, will ya?

Amitabh: You should have told me this earlier I thought you had myesthenia gravis, asthma,........ I think I'm gonna spare you now.

Er, old chap, I got rheumatism... Not as young as I/we used to be... Hope we won't have to shoot in the water for long...

Anurag: The reaction in India to Border has been positive. very minor problems. Everybody has reacted well to the film.
HERO: When did I say I have anything against Amitabh Bachchan, I love the guy. By the way, I'm not talking to the real one and if I am then god save my soul.

Mr Rai, you haven't answered me. Does AB owe you money? Or is it the other way round?

Hi Rajiv, Please compare the acting talents of Manisha and Kajol, two of my favourite actresses, now that you have worked with them in "GUPT ".

Rajiv: You didn't answer my question regarding who did you like the most in Gupt? Come on, you can be honest.

Rajiv: What is your favourite film and why? (The ones you have made)

Er, Rai,old chap, it is me all right, the real me. But I will forgive you.. as long as you give me that bait-role... and remember I got rheumatism... so the water-shots will have to be done with dupe, okay? Maybe, considering our friendship, you will do it yourself.? Eh, old man?

Amitabh Bachchan: Sorry, if you are playing the bait it doesn't matter what you have because you gonna be eaten up anyway.
Samrat: Manisha is soft and docile but a spontaneous actress, Kajol is strong, definite and unassuming. Though they are opposites in nature in real life, there isn't that much of a reality when they perform.

Amitabh: I told you I'm not an actor, neither a duplicate and I won't do what you say because you forgot the directors call the shots on the actors, so you cornered older chap. You do what I say.

Hero: There is no business with AB and ABCL.

Dewang: Too bad, I like him. What can I say. Cannot please everyone can you?

Okay, Rai, old chap, have it your way this time... but don't forget to pay me,will ya.. Pretty nice of you, I must say, old chap.. And, er, when I get my popularity back, I will let you direct it.. what shall we call it? Jaws 5?

Hi Rajiv, have you gotten over the demise of Divya Bharati. My heartfelt sympathies are with you. we miss her as much as you do.

Rajiv: Are you planning on coming to Washington anytime. Would like to meet you. Do you have an e-mail address?

Okay, Rai, old chap, have it your way this time... but don't forget to pay me,will ya.. Pretty nice of you, I must say, old chap.. And, er, when I get my popularity back, I will let you direct it.. what shall we call it? Jaws 5?

HERO: GOTCHA:-) Well you are forgetting who you are, your memory's failing you:-). When do you think you will be getting your popularity back? That's real wishful thinking, now even older chap.

Thank you, Rajeev, you are so sweet!

Oye Oye .. That song is still ringing in my ears ..

Rajiv, why are most of the Bollywood movies silly. They cannot think beyond father, mother, sister, brother and friend. They are never realistic comments

Samrat: Well it is sad what happened. Divya Bharti was a very nice girl. I'm sure everybody misses her.

Go back in history ... Choose any five actors/actresses you could have in your movies who would they be ? You can choose English/Hindi actors etc...

Er, old chap, I admit it... went back to my old days and fancied myself the HERO --instead of the bait -- ... But don't hold it against me, old chap, will ya? Call me tomorrow, won't ya?

Devang: Yeah, well, the audiences are silly if they can sit and watch these silly films. I'm only there trying to make a living. Have pity.

Ravi: I have not come here to sit in an exam:-)

Rajiv, is Border a hit, a super hit, a super super hit or flop ??

*aside* Between ourselves, Rajeev, age is catching up with him fast. But I am sure he will do justice to that role.

Hi Rajiv, Can you brief to all chat friends about the plot of "Gupt "

Devang: super hit

Why do u think Naseeruddin Shah did Tridev and how did you get him to do it . Being a serious actor and all

Kaalia: The plot of Gupt is the suspense, I'm afraid I cannot brief you on the plot.

RAJIV RAI FOR VICE PRESIDENT .. :)

Hello, Rai. Don't make me angry. Just give that bait-role to my old pal, AB here. Go on.

Rajiv: You stopped answering my questions. What happened?

Rajiv, I thought you are intelligent director. Articulate your point don't just give stupid answers

It was great having chatted with all you friends , fans and viewers. I'm not a serious kinda guy. Don't take me to seriously unless you are watching my film. Goodnight.

OK What next Mr. Rai ? any movies in the pipeline ?

Er, old chap, got to go and have some shut-eye... Got a shoot with a couple of sharks tommorrow early morn. So call me around 12, will ya? We will work out everything... okay?

Devang: I'm an intelligent director no doubt, but unfortunately I'm not good with questions. My wife complains all the time.

AMITABH BACHCHAN, YOU SUCKED IN MRITYUDAATA....