Although cinematic universes rely heavily on connected storylines and years of built history, Aditya Sarpotdar believes that a simple idea holds the key to an awesome universe of success. every film has to work as a whole. The director, who is slated for the film ‘Shakti Shalini’, says that while the makers have a long-term vision for the universe, the films, above all, are made for a wide audience.
Aditya Sarpotdar in separate storytelling
In an interview with Variety India, Sarpotdar said, “The audience that really follows this roadmap and follows all of it in detail, at least in India, is not even 10%. The other 90% comes to watch a good film and have a good time. That’s why we don’t make films just for the 10% audience dissecting every detail”.
Aditya Sarpotdar on balancing expectations
According to Sarpotdar, managing that balance is one of the most difficult creative challenges that come with building an interconnected franchise. “When you start building something, there is no pressure because there are no expectations. But when you build a franchise, you come with a set of expectations because the previous film worked. That’s why people come back for the next one,” he explained.
Aditya Sarpotdar to reinvent every film
With ‘Shakti Shalini’ becoming his third film in the universe after ‘Munjya’ and ‘Thama’, the filmmaker says he needs to continue reinventing his work. He added, “We have to reinvent ourselves with every film while realizing what the soul of the franchise is.
‘Shakti Shalini’ cast and release
The cast of ‘Shakti Shalini’ includes: Aneet PaddaNana Patekar, Vishal Jethwa and: Seema Biswasthat the movie is currently scheduled to hit theaters during Christmas 2026.
