MUMBAI: Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj said that adapting a book is about the profound connection one feels while reading it.
"Escape to Nowhere, " the gripping nonfiction narrative at the core of Vishal Bhardwaj's Netflix film 'Khufiya', called for an unwavering commitment to detail and a profound respect for its source material.
Talking about the creative process of bringing the book to screen adaptation, Bhardwaj shared: "Adapting a book to the screen isn't about what you initially think; it's about the profound connection you feel when you read it. Committing to this process is physically and emotionally demanding, tougher than even a marriage.”
He added: “'Khufiya' takes me into uncharted territory, exploring espionage, a new genre for me. It's a thrilling journey of creative discovery, one that has provided me with a fresh and exhilarating perspective on my directorial journey, expanding my creative horizons and challenging me in ways I hadn't anticipated."
Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, ‘Khufiya’ starring Tabu, Ali Fazal and Wamiqa Gabbi, released on October 5 on Netflix.