One of India’s best actors Aamir Khan, and the world’s best director, James Cameron, will be a part of the same platform at a forum in New Delhi on March 13. The subject of the speech will be the future of cinema. The two filmmakers will not only be speaking about their respective work but also stating their points of view on the dynamic world of filmmaking. In fact, it is the very first visit of the Avatar director in India.
It is believed that Aamir Khan has done a lot of homework on how he plans to ask James Cameron some pertinent questions that are related to his voluminous body of work. A source adds, “Aamir is looking forward to meet Cameron. Like everyone else, he too is dazzled by the special effects and 3D technology of Avatar. He plans to sit with Cameron and talk to him about his views on the changing nature of films.” It is believed that the Ace Khan will even have a private dinner with the director later that evening. James Cameron too has been briefed about Aamir and sent DVDs of his recent films to watch before the two speakers meet. Since Aamir was showcasing Peepli Live at Sundance and other places in the US, he met several filmmakers and producers in the West. Aamir also plans to discuss with Cameron ways of marketing and distributing Indian films in the West.