Ram Gopal Varma Reflects on His ‘Success Hangover’ Post-Satya: ‘Chasing Shock Value’ | Bollywood

Ah, Bollywood! The land where dreams come true, and sometimes, filmmakers get a little too high on their own supply. Today, let’s talk about the one and only Ram Gopal Varma, aka RGV, who recently got all teary-eyed watching his own masterpiece, ‘Satya’, after nearly three decades. Imagine crying over a film you made 27 years ago! But then again, when you’re RGV, you do things a little differently, na?

Ram Gopal Varma’s Emotional Rollercoaster 🎢

So, picture this: RGV sitting in a theater, tissues in hand, as ‘Satya’ rolls to an end. And what does our maverick director do? He lets the waterworks flow! "By the time Satya was rolling to an end, I started choking with tears rolling down my cheeks," he admitted on X (formerly Twitter). Aur haan, yeh aansu sirf film ke liye nahi the, but for the whirlwind ride he’s been on since then.

The man compared filmmaking to the miracle of childbirth! I mean, who knew RGV had such a soft side? He reflected on how he was too busy planning his next blockbuster to appreciate the gem he had created. "I ignored the countless inspirations Satya sparked," he confessed. Arre bhai, ab samajh aaya?

Success Ka Hangover 🍾

Let’s cut to the chase. RGV spilled the beans on how he got a little too tipsy on the success of ‘Satya’—no daaru involved, just pure ego and arrogance. "I became drunk not on alcohol but on my own success and arrogance," he wrote, reflecting on how he neglected those who trusted him. He also realized that none of his later films had the same honesty as ‘Satya’. Ouch! That’s gotta sting, right?

A Lesson for Filmmakers 🎬

In a heart-to-heart moment, RGV dished out some advice for fellow filmmakers, urging them to not lose sight of their true goals. He wished he had set ‘Satya’ as a benchmark for all future projects. "If I followed that rule, I’m sure I wouldn’t have made 90% of the films I made since then," he lamented. Talk about a tough realization!

The Satya Saga Continues 📽️

For those who missed the epic drama, ‘Satya’ – a film that redefined the gangster genre in Indian cinema, made its way back to theatres on January 17. With a stellar cast including JD Chakravarthy, Manoj Bajpayee, and Urmila Matondkar, it’s no wonder RGV gets emotional every time he watches it.

Kiran’s Gyan: Bollywood Style 🧠

Listen up, Bollywood dreamers! Success is like a double-edged sword—handle it with care or you’ll end up with more drama than a Karan Johar film. Remember, in the film industry, it’s not just about the applause but the journey of staying true to your craft. So next time you get a little too high on your own success, just dial it back a notch, okay? 😜