Vidhu Vinod Chopra recalls his father's disbelief when he expressed his dream of becoming a filmmaker. Despite being slapped and warned of starvation, he excelled academically and earned a scholarship to pursue film studies.

Vidhu Vinod Chopra shared how his father slapped him for wanting to become a director and also revealed his practical response when Chopra's film was nominated for an Oscar.

Vidhu Vinod Chopra's cinematic odyssey, characterized by a blend of commercial hits and critical praise, is fueled by his relentless passion and creative vision. Recently, he recounted a pivotal moment from his past when he expressed his desire to become a filmmaker to his father.