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Indian directors who ruined their own Classics

TFI Desk by TFI Desk
6 July 2023
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Indian directors who ruined their own Classics
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Remakes have been a common practice in the Indian film industry, often allowing filmmakers to revisit their own classics. However, there have been instances where directors failed to capture the magic of their original films and ended up ruining them with disastrous remakes. In this article, we shed light on a few Indian directors who, unfortunately, fell victim to their own warped visions, resulting in the deterioration of their own cinematic gems.

Rajkumar Kohli:

Imagine creating a legacy with one movie, and completely destroying it with another. Rajkumar Kohli, a renowned Indian director, tarnished his own legacy with the film “Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani” (2002). Despite having a star-studded cast, including prominent actors from the industry, Kohli’s misguided direction and poor execution turned the film into a cinematic disaster. The film definitely made its mark, but for being so bad that one could actually view it for comic relief.

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David Dhawan:

David Dhawan, a renowned director of comedy films, unfortunately tarnished his own legacy by remaking the beloved film “Coolie No. 1” in 2020. Despite having his signature style and a talented cast, Dhawan’s remake failed to capture the magic of the original. The film suffered from weak writing, forced humor, and a lack of freshness, ultimately disappointing fans and diminishing Dhawan’s reputation as a master of comedy.

Raghava Lawrence:

Raghava Lawrence, a successful filmmaker known for his horror-comedy franchise “Kanchana,” unfortunately marred his own legacy by remaking the film as “Laxmii” in 2020. The remake failed to capture the essence and impact of the original, with a weak script, diluted scares, and misplaced humor. Lawrence’s attempt to recreate the magic fell short, leaving audiences disappointed and raising questions about his decision to remake his own successful film.

Mani Ratnam:

Mani Ratnam, known for his exceptional storytelling and unique narratives, stumbled with the remake of his own Tamil film “Raavanan” (2010). The Hindi version, “Raavan,” failed to recreate the magic of the original, despite boasting a talented cast. Ratnam’s misguided changes in the screenplay and lackluster execution turned the film into a convoluted mess, ultimately diluting the impact of the gripping storyline. Had it released today, Om Raut would not have been the only one accused of tarnishing the legacy of the historic Ramayana.

Priyadarshan:

Priyadarshan, known for his comedy films, took a misstep when he attempted to remake his own Malayalam film “Boeing Boeing” as “Garam Masala” in Hindi. Though it wasn’t as bad as the aforementioned four films, the Hindi remake fell flat due to Priyadarshan’s poor direction and ineffective comedic timing. The forced humor and lack of freshness made the remake a forgettable affair, failing to live up to the standards set by its predecessor.

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These instances serve as a cautionary tale for filmmakers, highlighting the risks of attempting to recreate their own cinematic triumphs. While some remakes can breathe new life into a story, others fall victim to the director’s warped vision, resulting in the deterioration of their own classics. It is a reminder that not every film needs a remake, and sometimes, it is best to let the original work speak for itself.

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