New actors bring energy: Manoj Bajpayee at IFFI

Ace actor Manoj Bajpayee loves to work with new talent. According to him, his creativity is enhanced when he collaborates with new artistes. “We should wholeheartedly welcome different artistes, especially new people. A new actor adds new energy to the film and gives a refreshing touch to the project...Working with new talent even pushes me to up my game and uniquely tell stories,” Bajpayee said on the sidelines of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).

In the upcoming film Despatch, Bajpayee will be seen sharing screen space with young artiste Arrchita. Produced by Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP Movies and directed by Kanu Behl, the crime drama is set to premiere on December 13, exclusively on ZEE5. The Despatch team recently unveiled the teaser of the film at IFFI.

Manoj shared, “It was so good to return to IFFI, and this time with a film like Despatch and with a director as passionate as Kanu Behl. We have given this film our all, so it was exciting and nerve-wrecking to wait for audience’s raw and unfiltered feedback on the film, but we are elated with the love and response received at IFFI. It was also our pleasure to unveil the teaser of the film at IFFI. This festival has always been special and lucky for me, and I hope it is true for Despatch as well.” The film, which also stars Shahana Goswami, revolves around the life of an investigative journalist, Joy, essayed by Bajpayee, as he navigates the murky waters of media corruption, power struggles, and personal dilemmas while chasing a high-stakes story. — ANI