Key Points

Faissal Khan is stepping into direction with a multi-starrer film, having written scripts during lockdown. He addressed past family conflicts, including financial struggles tied to brother Aamir Khan. The actor praised 'Animal' for its portrayal of complex family relationships. Currently focusing on his mental well-being, Faissal remains open to acting if compelling roles arise.

Key Points: Faissal Khan Shifts to Direction with Multi-Starrer Film Plans

  • Faissal Khan confirms directorial debut with multi-starrer project
  • Scripted two films during lockdown with actor approvals
  • Opens up about family disputes and mental health struggles
  • Praises Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s 'Animal' for relatable family dynamics
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Faissal Khan: I'm moving towards direction, have multi-starrer film in pipeline

Faissal Khan reveals his directorial debut plans, a multi-starrer film, while addressing family disputes and praising Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal'.

"“I’m moving more towards direction. But if I get some good role, I’ll do it.” – Faissal Khan"

Mumbai, Aug 19

Actor Faissal Khan, who has levelled some serious allegations of mental torture from his family, has shared that he plans on directing a film soon.

He spoke with IANS recently after a press-conference, which he had organised to set the record straight on some accounts. He shared that he penned a couple of scripts during the lockdown, and has also narrated them to actors.

He told IANS, “On the work front, I'm trying to start a film. I've written a couple of scripts in lockdown. Around fourteen actors have already liked the subject. It's a multi-starrer film”.

When asked if he will also act in the film, he said, “I will be the director, I might do a cameo role in it but I will be basically directing. Now, I'm moving more towards direction. But if I get some good role, I'll do it”.

Earlier, the actor had divulged the details of his initial allowance given to him by his superstar brother Aamir Khan. He said that he was kept on an allowance for his expenditure. He earlier told IANS, “I started with getting INR 30, 000 and gradually it increased. I also worked with Aamir as a script doctor for a fee”.

Faissal also alleged that he has suffered a lot because of family politics, and pointed the fingers at his mother Zeenat Hussain, and his sister Nikhat, and his brother-in-law Santosh Hegde. He went on to praise director Sandeep Reddy Vanga for making ‘Animal’ and portraying the dynamics of a troubled family inferring that he harbours same feelings for his brother-in-law as Ranbir Kapoor’s titular character harbours for his brother-in-law in the film.

He said that currently he is at peace. However, he sometimes takes medication for anxiety when the pressure from the family gets too much.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Comparing his family situation to Animal movie? Seriously? That film was problematic in many ways. Maybe he should focus on his work without drawing such extreme parallels.
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Arjun K
Multi-starrer films are tricky but can work if the script is strong. Hope he gets good actors on board. Family issues aside, talent should speak for itself in this industry.
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Sarah B
It's brave of him to speak about mental health and anxiety. In Indian families, we often sweep these things under the carpet. Hope he finds peace and success in his new direction career.
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Vikram M
₹30,000 allowance from Aamir Khan? That's actually quite generous compared to what normal middle class families can provide. Many Indians would be happy with that support from family.
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Nikhil C
Hope he doesn't use his family issues for publicity. Bollywood has enough drama already. Just let the work speak for itself. Action on screen matters more than words off screen.

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