Perhaps best known for playing Bharat Bhushan in 2007’s Bheja Fry, the actor recently visited Pakistan for the first time, as part of the Pakistan International Film Festival (PiFF) which concluded on April 1. Speaking with The Express Tribune, Pathak emphasised the need for platforms like PiFF to encourage the cultural exchange between India and Pakistan. It’s a film which breaks so many norms and stereotypes, not just in Pakistan but in Indian films as well,” Pathak stated. Talking about his much-acclaimed film Dasvidaniya, Pathak revealed the film was the closest to him because it was the only one he had produced. I told them, ‘Lure me with your script and I’ll be your bunny’.”On a parting note, Pathak said, “Thank you, Pakistan.

Source: The Express Tribune April 09, 2018 06:11 UTC