Manoj Bajpayee Discusses Satya’s Impact Ahead of Its Re-Release. Actor Manoj Bajpayee credits Satya (1998) for his career transformation. As the film returns to theatres on January 17, he candidly spoke about the lasting impact of the film. Playing Bhiku Mhatre in Ram Gopal Varma’s iconic gangster saga dragged him into the spotlight. Solidifying his position as one of the industry’s most promising actors. The film’s gritty portrayal of the Mumbai underworld and Bajpayee’s compelling performance left an indelible mark on Indian cinema and his career trajectory.
In a recent interview, Manoj Bajpayee candidly discusses about his film Sathya ahead of its re-release. Bajpayee said, “There is a generation that has grown up without experiencing the magic of Satya. I am happy that they will get to watch on the big screen what they might have been hearing from their elders all these years. They can now find out for themselves why it was such a cult and an unforgettable film.”
In the same interview, he went on to add, “I wasn’t expecting anything for myself in this lifetime. However, I soon realised that God had different plans. I felt the difference in how I was treated by the industry post-Satya. And I will always cherish the euphoria my character created.” He also shared that “For two years, whatever (films) I did after Satya was compared to it. For some people today, Gangs of Wasseypur (2012) has created that magic, for others, it’s The Family Man, Shool (1999) and Raajneeti (2010). I am happy that I got an opportunity to experiment.”
He concluded by saying, “Satya not only changed my life, but also gave hope to so many people to leave their comfort zone and chase their dreams.” It’s been more than two decades since Manoj Bajpayee and Ram Gopal Varma. They last worked together on a film called Sathya which was released in 1998. now the film is all set to hit the theatres yet again. Don’t miss out on Ram Gopal Varma’s Satya in theatres.