Harshvardhan Kapoor: a Four Star Review for Mirzya Will Make Me the Happiest!

The first thing that strikes me about Harshvardhan Kapoor is how open he is about his life, choices, and thoughts.

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The debutant has an unconventional take on his craft, his famous family, possible loves and more…

The first thing that strikes me about Harshvardhan Kapoor is how open he is about his life, choices, and thoughts. He speaks his mind, much like his elder sister, Sonam. It could also be because he’s a debutant (his first film is the upcoming Mirzya, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra), untouched by the cynicism that comes with being a B-Town veteran. Over the course of our chat, one thing is clear, this newbie wants to do cinema that matches his sensibilities and doesn’t compromise on his beliefs. Here are a few excerpts…

How is a Mirzya different from the debut films of a Ranbir Kapoor or a Varun Dhawan’s?

When Mehra narrated Gulzar’s script to me, I realised that I was getting a chance to be a part of something so poetic, and beautiful, which also suits my personality. Also, I felt Mehra was correct when he said that I was right for the cinematic world that he built up in terms of my facial and physical characteristics. I feel that when you tell a story with honesty in your heart and mind, you work hard and your intentions are good, that will somewhere connect with the audience.

Your father’s and your own sensibility towards films are very different. How do you guys converse about films?

I think my dad’s sensibilities keep changing over time. So does everybody else’s. We both look for certain things. I think he looks more for things that constantly keep you engaged. I look for moments that linger, that grow and that seep into you and make you think about the film three or four days after. I particularly enjoy the kind of film which leave you a little bewildered and later you are like, ‘Oh, that was interesting!’

Is there any film that has left a solid impression on you?