'Khoya Khoya Chand isn't based on Guru Dutt's life story'

Shiney Ahuja is one of those actors who follow their instincts and trust their directors completely. After working with different filmmakers like Sudhir Mishra, Anurag Basu and Priyadarshan, Shiney has emerged into a complete actor.

After playing characters like Daya in Gangster and Vikram Malhotra in Hazaron Khwaishe Aisi Shiney has created an image of an intense actor. His forthcoming film Khoya Khoya Chand ( KKC ) reveals one more facet of his personality. Reportedly his character is based on legendary writer and filmmaker Guru Dutt. Shiney reveals, "There are similarities between Guru Dutt and my character because he was a filmmaker of the 50's. He used to make his own films and my character Zafar is also like that, but that's all."

Shiney plays Zafar Naqvi in KKC . Speaking more about his role Shiney says, "Zafar Naqvi is from Lukhnow and he comes to Bombay to get into films. He is a writer who later turns filmmaker."

He further continues, "I had committed to Sudhir even before I read the script. Sudhir told me that he has one good film in mind and wanted me to be part of it. I didn't ask about the story and agreed to do the film. He made fun of me that I didn't even ask him about the script. I came to know about the storyline a week before we started the film. I loved the story and the more important thing while doing a film with Sudhir is that you become a part of a film which you know is not only a good story but also reflects an era. Most of his films are timeless in that sense."

Was it a big challenge to get into the character of Zafar? "Honestly I didn't prepare myself for the role. I am not a method actor. Whenever I complete shooting a film, it takes time for me to get out of the skin of the character. People always tend to associate me with my onscreen image. After Gangster everyone felt that I was this intense, serious guy in real life, too, but that I am not."

Speaking about his equation with his director Mishra, he says, "I really enjoy working with three directors - Sudhir Mishra, Priyadarshan and Anurag Basu I gel with these guys intellectually."

About his co-actor Soha Ali Khan, Shiney says, "Soha is a wonderful person. Many feel that we share great onscreen chemistry. I share a good comfort level with her. She is very natural and it's really a pleasure working with her." Shiney is insistent that Khoya Khoya Chand which is based in the 50's era, will be liked by people of all ages. And he himself will watch this one with his grandparents. "I'm sure it's going to be a beautiful experience," he says.

Source: movies.indiatimes.com