Kiara Advani says, ‘Laxxmi is a horror-comedy and also a family entertainer’

This Diwali festival, though it’ll not be celebrated with aplomb like every year, film buffs can celebrate it watching one of the finest movie getting released during festive period. Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani starrer ‘Laxxmi’ is releasing around Diwali and may be rereleased in theatres as they are allowed to operate now after almost 7-8 months. Excited for her next – Laxxmi, Kiara Advani shares her experience working with Akshay Kumar and the reason for being a part of the film to Cine Buster. Read on…..

You were launched by Akshay Kumar in the industry. Now, you are have done two films with him already. Tell us about your experience working with him now that you’re paired with him?

Life’s come a full circle, from being launched in the movies to being the leading actress in a film with Akshay Sir. There’s always so much to learn from him, from his work ethics to the energy as an actor that he brings to a scene. When we worked together on good news I was a bit intimidated working with Sir, I wouldn’t speak as much. I would silently listen and observe him on set, the way he would improvise and add so much life to a scene always inspired me. By the time we started working on Laxxmi I had opened up, felt more confident and the journey has been amazing.

Kabir Singh which was a South remake was a success, Laxmii too is a remake of a South film. Do you think Laxxmi will have the same fate as Kabir Singh?

I can’t compare the two. Each film has its own destiny. Laxxmi is a horror-comedy and also a family entertainer. I believe the film has its heart in the right place just like Kabir Singh did so I hope the magic happens again.

What made you say yes to Laxxmi?

There are some films which are so entertaining that you just want to be a part of it. That’s how I felt when I heard the narration of Laxmi. I liked the way my character ties the screenplay together. It’s a commercial film which I haven’t really done before it’s a new space for me as well and I’m really happy to be a part of this film.

Have you seen Kanchana, the original one?

I’ve seen scenes from kanchana which Raghav Sir showed me on set while we were shooting for Laxmi. We were actually fortunate that Raghav sir who has directed and acted in the original has directed Laxmi because no one knows the film better than him and he brings magic to the film.

Directed by Raghav Lawrence, presented by Disney + Hotstar VIP, A Cape of Good Films, produced by Tusshar Entertainment House and Shabina Entertainment, the film ‘Laxxmi’ is ready for release on Disney + Hotstar VIP and premieres in Australia, New Zealand and the UAE this Diwali on November 9, 2020.