Hollywood actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt, known for films like ‘Inception’ and ‘500 Days of Summer, has become a fan of Alia Bhatt. He praised her performance in ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, comparing it to classics like ‘The Godfather’ and ‘Goodfellas’. Gordon-Levitt, on his first trip to India, shared his thoughts during a conversation with Rajkummar Rao at IFP (India Film Project).
In his conversation with Rajkummar, the actor lauded the 2022 drama ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, which stars Alia Bhatt in the titular role of a sex worker. He highlighted the film's unique combination of intense drama and beautifully crafted musical numbers, likening it to the works of Martin Scorsese. Alia's outstanding performance, which earned her a National Award, further underscores the film's significance and impact.
Later, Joseph Gordon-Levitt elaborated on what impressed him about Sanjay Leela Bhansali's direction, emphasising the film's remarkable balance between high-octane drama and its captivating musical sequences.
“I recently watched a film featuring Alia Bhatt, who I believe is a brilliant actor. It’s a period drama about a prostitute’s rise, reminiscent of ‘Goodfellas’ or ‘The Godfather’. It was a fantastic movie, and I was surprised by how sincerely it blended intense drama with song and dance. The first musical number caught me off guard, but everything—from the music and choreography to the camerawork—was executed beautifully.”
