Renowned Hollywood filmmaker James Cameron and Indian ace director SS Rajamouli recently shared an engaging and memorable interaction that has now become a hot topic in film circles. The conversation took place after Rajamouli watched a special screening of ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ (Avatar 3), the third installment in the globally celebrated Avatar franchise.
The film, scheduled for a worldwide release on December 19, is currently being promoted in India. As part of these promotions, the makers arranged an exclusive preview for select Indian filmmakers, including SS Rajamouli. Following the screening, James Cameron and Rajamouli connected through a video call, a clip of which was later released by the production house.
Rajamouli All Praise for Avatar 3
Sharing his experience, Rajamouli said that watching Avatar 3 made him feel like a child again. He praised the film’s stunning visuals and character design, calling the Avatar franchise a benchmark for world cinema. His comments reflected admiration for Cameron’s storytelling and technical brilliance.
Cameron Curious About ‘Varanasi’ Film
During the conversation, James Cameron enquired about Rajamouli’s upcoming project ‘Varanasi’ and its progress. Rajamouli revealed that the film still has seven to eight months of shooting left. In response, Cameron surprised everyone by asking if he could visit the Varanasi film set to witness the shoot.
Rajamouli expressed his excitement and said Cameron’s visit would thrill not just his team but the entire Indian film industry. Cameron, adding a humorous touch, remarked that if there were scenes involving tigers, he would love to hold the camera himself and shoot a few shots. This light-hearted exchange left both directors laughing.
The interaction between two of the world’s most celebrated filmmakers has sparked excitement among cinema lovers, highlighting the growing global recognition of Indian cinema and the mutual respect shared by these visionary directors.
