“Laut Aao Imran” - An Imran Khan Exclusive Interview with Anupama Chopra | Film Companion
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- Опубліковано 16 тра 2024
- In this exclusive conversation with Anupama Chopra, we see Imran Khan give his first interview, post his sabbatical. He talks about what these years were like, and how he put the focus on himself and his mental health. He delves deep into the reasons that led him to quitting the industry 9 years ago, and all that makes him want to still tell stories, from and to the heart. He shares his experiences of being overtly self-sufficient, and what kind of scripts he’s looking at now, in order to make a comeback on the big screen.
#ImranKhan #JaaneTuYaJaaneNa #EkMainAurEkTu
00:00 - In conversation with Imran Khan
02:20 - When would the hashtag “Laut Tao Imran” become a reality?
04:19 - Where is Imran in life today?
07:31 - Did Imran fall out of love with films, or the film industry?
10:05 - Was failure the immediate trigger for stepping down?
12:26 - Feeling damaged inside and sorting out therapy
16:32 - What were the years post Katti-Batti like?
19:17 - Was walking away from the glamorous life hard?
22:57 - What’s the re-engaging been like?
24:13 - Being loved by viewers even today
26:16 - Anupama’s theory about Imran
30:05 - The toxicity of social media
33:56 - Imran’s piece on why he isn’t on social media and PR (2013)
40:57 - Imran’s honest expression of emotions on Instagram
45:02 - Walking away from his palatial house in Bandra
48:53 - Imran cutting his own hair and being overtly self-reliant
50:34 - Is Imran’s partner Lekha okay with the three plates?
51:12 - Two artists being in a relationship
52:20 - Was taking a break a mistake?
58:22 - Anything that Imran does daily for his mental health?
1:00:55 - Are Imran and Abbas Tyrewala working on a spy series?
1:02:20 - “I don’t want to play a character who solves problems with a gun”
1:05:23 - Audience messages for Imran
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"when you're in severe Depression. Just getting up and Brushing your teeth is a monumental task". Couldn't agree more. Everyone has their battles. All credits to you for keeping it up. Much love to you and everyone who truly understands this feeling.
I am undergoing depression too. Resonates. Dealing with suicidal thoughts and a recalcitrance to live is incredibly tough.
@@Lionel212001 Start praying.. You'll feel better.. Life isn't that bad if we stop overthinking
Eat right, take care of your gut (proffesional help) and start walking atleast for an hour.
Pls save this man from a cray cray world. Super sensible, sensitive, humane. A keeper!
Yes wicket keeper for t20 world cup … Let’s go Imran
“I don’t want to play a character who solves problems with a gun!” WOW 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Juhiiii… so good connecting with you here ! Also, exactly my thoughts… was about to write the same thing :)
❤
That's how you forget to differentiate art from artist.
IF the script justifies the character to use a gun anyway, and this guy fails to see it, he brings his morals into the job, without realising he's just acting.
@@negx3933but most of the mass audience still not able to distinguish acting and real persona of the actors/characters played out
I didn't get this statement, can someone help me understand this please?
I honestly think that the more intelligent a person is the more difficult it is to live happily. The thinkers can never be ok with how the world functions. Because it is all selfish minds exploiting mediocre minds with illogical ideas. He thinks. I really hope he tells many stories in any capacity he chooses.
I agree wholeheartedly with this. Intelligent people are definitely sadder than dumb people.
i hard relate with the thinking part 😢
What a deep comment. Yes. These are dark times where immoral people thrive
"Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know,” Ernest Hemingway
Uff, well said. (Although I wouldn’t classify myself as intelligent) but definitely a thinker.
So honest and unfiltered..Imran not only shares stories through his films but also embodies authenticity. While the world is lost in fame, money and power his perspective towards life is just so refreshing and inspiring..I pray that he continues to find joy and love in his craft! Godspeed.
We hope so too! :)
Well said!
As a matter of fact ... that's story of every one related to Bollywood now👈.....
As that era is long gone in the thin air...now there r very few massy movies that come up in a year....let's b honest those flicks r total Junkies....💩💩
A huge fan of you Zaeden
Please bring back regular romantic heroes like Imran back. He looks and feels like a person who the urban middle class can resonate with.
Just 4 months into 2024 and we already have Imran khan doing an interview 😮 like ohh my godddd❤
4 months is 1/3 of a year
He looks far better for age 41 as compared to his contemporaries ❤
I just couldn't hold my tears during the conversation, he is a precious part of my childhood and no amount of box office can be compared to that!
Aaa
Totally relate to you . I vividly remember the days of Jane TU ya Jane na .
Youre such a softie🎉
💯 ❤
Such a brilliant human being. The movie industry doesn't deserve him
Imran, it's never too late to make a comeback. Don't listen to these people who call you mediocre etc. You do have what it takes, you just need to start! ❤
Yes, what he has is genes and looks from Pakistani regions. Bollywood is going through a crisis. Genes and looks from Pakistani regions like ( Kapoors, Kumars, Khannas, Dutts, Tandons, Khans Roshans etc) are either dead or over 45.
One more try imran! ! 💗😭 please come back you're way better than todays kartik aryan, tiger shroff , varun n all
Soch jara Jane ja tujhe hum kitna chahte hai rote hai hum bhi agar tere akhon main anshu aate hai
@@ABSTRACT-ART2023 Ganna to aata nhi h mgr phir bhi hm gate h 😂
@@rashikkkkaaa sports m 35 m retirement le lete h that's why ronaldo and kohli is more famous than actor's
@@raja-jl9os hardwork
@@rashikkkkaaa film making is also very hard 🥴
Here’s an example of a quintessential kind hearted human. He’s very aware of his surroundings, he’s responsible and wants the world to be a better place. I wish you peace and fulfilment in whatever it is that you pursue. 🙏🏾
Hands down, the best interview I've seen. The questions were so relevant, well constructed and man, his honesty and articulateness took me by surprise. An interview for the ages! Can't wait to watch him make his comeback.
And Anupama Chopra's interviews are always SO INSIGHTFUL. She's a favorite 🫶
I don't like bollywood 😂
So many times he sighed and took deep breath before responding. I hear you , I feel your struggles and what you must have gone through in terms of mental health … I can totally relate to it … it’s so beautiful to see people committing to improving mental health and coming out of mental health struggles in flying colours ❤️
its so fulfilling to see people coming back again, more power to everyone out there
You are way way ahead of your colleagues, give it another shot! We are with you
Man, seeing so much support for Imran is really overwhelming. I clearly remember how he was criticised heavily and bashed with negative comments by the media and people that he completely vanished from the face of the earth. I thought only God works in mysterious ways. Even media and us does that too…
An intelligent, sensitive and super honest man. He touched my heart. Want to see him in screen soon.
Well done to him for doing this ! He is going to give us some amazing work!
Ekk Mai aur ekk tu is my most favourite romantic comedy film. Critics weren't too kind to it and not many people watched it but I absolutely loved it, how gorgeous they both looked in it and how beautiful and fresh was the story. The fact that it didn't need the two of them to end up together in the end is something we still don't see too much of. The music was so good. Imran you were such a part of my childhood and early teens.
Hello
I also like it and it was a critically acclaimed
Its my favourite movie
Yuk it’s a poorly made movie
Thank you for saying this. Ekk Main Aur Ekk Tu is one of the most delightful, insightful and beautiful romcoms which is criminally underrated. Everything about it was so sweet and gentle.
such a sorted soul, so grateful for what he has
and ...
such a fine actor.
I thoroughly enjoyed watching JTYJN multiple times
Thank you Anupama Chopra for drawing out such life insights and wisdom from. your handsome guest.
Thank you Film Companion
💗
Delhi belly still the greatest dark comedy movie of india
Watch Malayalam movie mukundan unni associates
It's not comedy @@123YADHU
I saw Delhi Belly with my mom at a theater. I know what the hell was I thinking back then. My mom kept slapping me with every awkward scene but we kept on watching the movie anyways, giggling on funny things. Love the movie and this memory. :)
@@surbhikr LOL!
Delly belly was hilarious
Dude gives me the vibe that if ever he starts doing films again he is going to be a totally different beast and bring about huge change in the industry. Hope he stays this level of calm and peace and move forward with full power
This was such a raw, unfiltered, and honest interview.
Still waiting for his comeback in films. 💝
Life is a miracle... And you are a choosen one Imran... Go with the flow... Surprise yourself... Never be judgemental buddy... All the very best dear... Keep moving, keep meeting people with an open heart...
Ur words are powerful sir.
@@santudas3104 have a divine time buddy
This interview was pure gold. Reminds us of the innocence of the times gone by. He was truly on point regarding the over the top titillation of violence sans any consequences or emotions. The world where it is right now needs more filmmakers who think like him to bring us stories of our common man. Also, this interview does more for the destigmatisation of mental health problems than a lot of the educational or motivational ones. Personal stories told with genuinity can serve this purpose better than anything.
He gives same vibes as Diljeet!! Two people who have done a lot of work on themselves :) He was and still is soooo good man!! Can never forget JTYJN!! ❤
Omg I was thinking the same JUST NOW but then I thought maybe it's because I am consuming too much DD content these days 😂❤
Except Diljit can act.
Just last week I was listening Adhoore and thinking how amazing the movie was; watched it multiple times over the years.
I don't think we'll find any other person in bollywood who can use the word dissonance in the right context. Intelligent and authentic.
What an interview! A guy who was not less than a superstar, thinks about life just as a regular human being. This interview shows that there is way more depth in his character than just being a chocolate boy image. I loved all you films,plz come back. You are a gem of a person n you deserve way more stardom that you got in the past.
Come back Imran we love you ❤❤
We're waiting too! :)
What an insightful interview! I like how calm and nuanced he was with his answers. Please savour this man, bollywood
This interview felt like I was reading a book. Deep respect for this man. More love. The best interaction I have seen in a long while
I liked some of his films but never was a fan. And here I am literally getting amazed by his zen like minimalist and the very right approach to life. This interview is literally a gold mine. Thank you film companion ! 🌸
His movies redefined friendships and teenage romance, full of old school love and purity.
After 1 hour plus (around 2 and half mins on mins on) Imran talks about the current trend of glamourization, fetishization, sexualization of violence. 'I don't want to be a character who solves problems through violence '
Imran, your thinking is spot on.
Animal was the perfect example of a terrible violent film with little to redeem it .
Loved you in Delhi Belly while watching it couple of months back on Netflix . And Jaane Tu is eternal .
Come back bachey.:)
Such pure interview.. Loved it ..
This guy was always so so authentic!!! I admire his resilience, his courage to walk away and reevaluate what he really needs. The way he is talking about therapy is so beautiful and transparent! ❤️🧿 What a lovely guy!
What a candid and honest interview. He has a remarkable blend of clarity, strength, and vulnerability. It would be delightful to see him in roles that demand a powerful performance, allowing him to showcase his acting prowess post his new experience.
I was watching Ek main aur ekk tu yesterday and felt how much I missed the Imran Khan movies. This interview couldn't have come up at a better time!!Looking forward to your comeback Imran.
What a wonderful interview! And lots of credit to Anupama Chopra on her interviewing style. It's revealing but it never feels like we are intruding.
Its so great to see how much this guy has grown as a person , and how much calm and relaxed he has become. Love you Imran!
31:49 I'm amazed at the sheer capacity of the mind Imran has. He is not just a smart capable individual, but a man with intellect and thought- with vision to narrate the distant future. "Digital Drugs"- a term to coin. We've to remember this as viewers. He's let out something really pioneering- with this.
Thank You Anupama, and Team- for getting him on.
Cheers!
His wisdom, high self-awareness, ability to breakdown and simplify things and his honesty in sharing his life journey have all made this interview so meaningful for the audience. Such great perspectives and tips for life- I loved this interview.
Always a pleasure to hear from articulate actors, and esp when they also have their head in the right place. As usual, another great interview by AC.
I was always a fan of Imran Khan the actor but today I fell in love with Imran Khan the person.
Talking about your own mental health takes guts. I think this would inspire more men to take therapy and seek help. I liked the way you let down your guard and were open about everything you went through. I really like the idea of having 3 dishes (I might try that as well).
We're surrounded with this notion that life is a race and we must always move forward. If we don't do so, we would be left far behind. But very few people stop to think what do they want with their lives. What is the meaning of life? What is your purpose?
If you weren't an actor, I'd say you could have a great future ahead as a motivational speaker.
This interview definitely made me feel better. It gave me hope.
It was good to see you smiling again! Keep moving forward and do things that make you happy.
oh my god, this interview was everything. It touched my soul.
Its so good to see him back! Thanks for doing this! He's unlike most of the bollywood celebrities, very genuine, thoughtful, intuitive, sensible and kind of a relatable guy! Hope he makes a comeback and tell us some great stories, JTYJN is a cult classic btw, hope he knows this! ❤
One of the best interviews ever. Period. As a person who's going through my own share of mental health issues, I could connect with some of the things Imran was speaking about. I sure hope he comes back to films, on his own terms.
wish it was in hindi
Not playing a character who solves problems with a gun is a decision he has taken keeping his mental health into consideration, which is totally worth the respect. Because given that he has recently recovered from past trauma, such characters could inflict some kind of psychological damage to him, hence he has taken the decision.
Someone i can actually relate with. Living in minimalism is the best per all scriptures. Truthful human
His era still exists when ur a teenage I can’t remember him not be anywhere he was the talk of the town ❤
I personally really like him as an individual and an actor. He seems very empathetic, sensitive, genuine and relatable person not like other actors in Bollywood. He has gone through a lot emotionally after all that he is talking with so much honesty....it is really brave of him as a man to talk about his fears, anxiety, vulnerability is awesome.
I even liked most of his movies back then and really want hime back on screen.
He is geniune actor ❤
very heardworking person
This is the best interview, so honest, so raw. I hope he makes a kick ass comeback.
😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
Thank you for this interview ! Felt like therapy to me
Nobody really appreciated but Imran has a great voice... just feel the baritone, he can be a great VO artist.
Thanks For this interview.
Break ke Baad is my all time favorite movie!! Loved Ek main aur Ek tu, Gori tere Pyaar main, Meri brother ki dulhan... These are all movies that I have watched multiple times!!! I didn't understand why non of these where considered a successful movies.
How beautiful is this interview ❤
Imran is the romance hero that bollywood is desperate for right now
No
Nah, we'd rather watch his old movies and have a good time than him coming back to the industry that is pretty much rotting right now
@@miniaturecreaturedamn right
So refreshing to hear someone say that he is happy and content with what he has and does not crave more and more
Wow! how well read this man is. Just love the way he talks. ❤️
We need more such people in bollywood or just in life in general :)
Top interview. Nice to hear from someone in the film industry who isn’t keen to hold on to a certain facade and tells it as it is. I’d like to hear more from this man.
The way you have laid bare your intensely personal struggles with managing your emotions, thoughts and setting them straight will educate many people and resonate with so many others who have gone through similar phases. It is really generous and brave of you to have opened your heart despite being a public figure and being a subject of unwarranted scrutiny. Your pursuit of authenticity and simplicity in this ego-driven, delusional world is also refreshing. Hope you get to work in the films you believe in, Imran. Best wishes and healing energy to you 🧿🌸
He was the chocolate boy after the shadid kapoor! ❤ Far better than Varun, Kartik, Tiger, that spoon-fed Agastya... I miss him on screen. He was a treat to watch in JTYJN and IHLS. 😍
What an amazing conversation!! Absolute gem :)
Thank you for this !!! Honest , relateable and completely vulnerable . A perfect no filter interview.
To have this level of maturity and wisdom - tells me this guy has been through a lot - but only come out stronger, wiser and evolved from it.
Never seen any actor talk like the way he do ❤ i just love this!! 🌷
I never post comments. Thank you for this interview. It was such a delight. Good luck to him!
‘I never post comments’ *has 70 plus comments on this channel alone* 😂
Imran khan is the new consciousness of truth, compassion and wisdom....so happy to see this man evolving from the film industry ❤
Our childhood was awesome because imran khan was a part of it. I still listen some of his movie songs. He is a gem ❤
Oh wow I love when Anupama reads what you have written. You are an amazing writer especially when you speak about “ armor” and your feelings of getting so many compliments and looking for the mean comments as it was similar to the voice in your head. We deserve to have you share yourself with us again. Enjoyed this very much. Thank you ❤
If Imran Khan would have been a spiritual guru i would have surely being his followers. Such candid, precise and deep thoughts which makes so much sense.. And having borderline depression I can totally understand how harrowing can things get
Wow. What an amazing interview. Never heard such wise words from actors of his generation in the recent years. Love love love the fact that he called out on films that make violence look cool. I hope he finds interesting work soon. We need artists like him around desperately.
Break Ke Baad was true brilliance. Can't believe it didn't get it's due that time and is getting now.
So fabulous to see Imran back again.
We need more people like him
We need more of him.
Such a fab guy.
Will always root for him.
I don’t want to play a character who solves problems with a gun!” 😯WOW! thats impressive ❤👍
Come back please. That imran love era is not replaced and will never be replaced. Please feed us.
Pauses speak volumes than words and this wonderful conversation depicts that. Thank you for this heartwarming interview!
This interview made me so happy! It’s beautiful how this man thinks. There is no facade and just pure honesty about looking at yourself and life. Kind of makes me want to revisit how I think and makes me grateful for what I have.
He is definitely way ahead of many of the current successful actors in terms of his priorities and notions about cinema. Loved ‘I don’t want to solve problems with a gun’. Someone who recognises the problem with today’s films and toxic masculinity. Hope he finds something he likes.
I found your interview empowering Imran. It takes a lot of courage to walk away from what people consider a normal way of living and following the herd. I have the same sentiments about social media, it gives me great anxiety to just be there, becoming less and less relevant in my life. You Tube although remains a treasure in many aspects.
So good to see him. Bring him back ❤
Such an important interview. I’m going to watch it again with my kids.
Good luck Imran. I do hope to see you around more often.
It's so beautiful to see real ppl in this space where fame and all blinds one and makes them addicted. Great work Imran! We have fully enjoyed your work and this conversation
Coming from a place of abundance & gratitude - key to happiness!
I have watched only few of his movies but this interview is so honest and I love this guy..He is so authentic especially coming from Bollywood.. Every word that he uttered in this interview is genuine and lovely..His posts that were read were amazing..I wish him all the best sincerely and hope he rocks once again...
one of Anupama's best interviews.
I love imran so much please come back ❤
I resonant so much with this interview, i moved overseas in late 2022 for my phds and eversince battling declining mental health, so days its so hard to make out of bed, or go to lab. I will just post something on instagram for that external validation.. one bad comment will stay with me for days. This interview was like therapeutic and gave me courage to leave my room.
Key to overcome research gloom is to find time to do other things as well that relaxes and stimulates yoh in a positive way be it going to the gym hiking in the wilderness with your lab mates or whoever you are close to reading stuffs outside your research papers music etc you get the point. Saying this from personal experience 😊 good luck with your future you ve made it this far you will cross the hurdle like so many before you just keep believing in your self !!
@@shikhab2250 thank you so much ☺️
What a beautiful conversation, loved every bit of it!!
imran khan at age 41 looks far better than arjun kapoor
Very True...He is such a talented actor...
37:50 imran himself would not like this comment.
Arjun looks great
Everyone looks better then Arjun k
Arjun Kapoor I shd not say but is an actor only & only bcs he belongs to a film family, otherwise there is nothing special in him.
The bestest interview By Anupama Chopra.. and Imran Khan is sooo soo deep.. so much in sync in with his own innerself.. I just loved him more when he said that he don't want to be that man who solves problems with gun.. very good point..
I love it when a man talks like that. This is how men should be. Humble, knowledgeable, soft, simple.
He's a charm that needs to be showered on us back again ❤
An honest & straight forward interaction. ❤ Refreshing.
"I dont want to play a character that solves problem with a gun!" I want this on a T-shirt ❤
the most organic interview in past some time, no one is trying to pretend , no hurry, very relaxing !! What sensinble human being, calm and composed, hope you get what you deserve !!