During the conversation with Actor & TV host Maniesh Paul, Maharashtra CM was asked about his childhood aspirations and dreams. And was asked by the host whether he wanted to be a chief minister or he took inspiration from Anil Kapoor’s film Nayak.
In response to the question, CM said that films may inspire but reality is a reality. It was nothing of that sort. However, the Maharashtra CM admitted that he admired the proactive approach of the Anil’s Character. When the host praised the CM for his quality of taking instant decision to solve problems. “Film film Hoti Hai, haqiqat haqiqat hoti hai Toh Aisa Kuch Bhi Nahi Hai.”-Eknath Shinde.
A remake of the 1999 Tamil film Mudhalvan. Nayak was the story about television cameraman and tv presenter Shivaji Rao Gaikwad. Who accidentally records the interaction between the police and the chief minister of Maharashtra Balraj Chauhan.
Later during the interview with the CM, he is challenged by the villain Amrish puri to become cm for one day. This film featured the ensemble cast of Anil Kapoor, Rani Mukherji Amrish Puri, Pooja Batra and Paresh Rawal.
This 2001 film was a box-office hit at that time. And has amassed a cult following of its own. Rumour has it, that the director Siddharth Anand is planning to make a sequel of the film.