<p>It's a big responsibility to deliver a wholesome experience for Salman Khan fans, says Farhan Samji, the director of the superstar's upcoming Eid release <em>Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan</em>.</p>.<p>The upcoming family entertainer marks Samji's maiden collaboration with the 57-year-old star.</p>.<p>The director said the film has all the quintessential elements of a Salman Khan movie -- romance, drama, emotion and action.</p>.<p>“As a fan, half your work is done when Salman Khan comes and looks at the camera. But the pressure and expectations are double. When you work with a superstar, the idea is to justify the character, the dialogues, etc,” Samji told <em>PTI</em> in a virtual interview.</p>.<p>“We have left no stone unturned. We have made it as commercial and as emotional as possible. It is a 'masala entertainer'. We have explored everything. We have North-South culture (in it). We are hopeful the film will leave a mark,” he added.</p>.<p>Samji, best known for directing <em>Housefull 4</em> and <em>Bachchhan Paandey</em>, said it is important to not get swayed by the 'stardom' of an actor.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/siddharth-anand-to-direct-tiger-vs-pathaan-for-yash-raj-films-1207238.html" target="_blank">Siddharth Anand to direct 'Tiger vs Pathaan' for Yash Raj Films</a></strong></p>.<p>“There is stardom but one has to remain true to the story. For instance, the character of <em>Bajrangi Bhaijaan</em> would not do hard core action, so we can’t think everything keeping in mind the fans. We can’t turn the actor into a superhero.”</p>.<p>The 48-year-old director said he didn’t let the burden of directing a film for the superstar affect him and treated it as a big "opportunity".</p>.<p>“We all work for years to do a big film. I got that opportunity to direct Salman sir, and if I think of the pressure, then it is a bad attitude... The expectation of fans is of a different level. I don’t know how good or bad my film is but I can assure that the fans will not be disappointed,” he added.</p>.<p>Samji's previous directorial efforts have received negative reviews from critics and have moderately performed at the box office. The director, however, believes it is hard work and growth.</p>.<p>“Those who criticize have their own sensibility and I respect that. Those who don't like my style... I try to rectify things and make it better. I welcome all remarks,” the director said.</p>.<p>A Salman Khan Film production, <em>Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan</em> is slated to be released on April 21.</p>.<p>The movie also features veteran Telugu star Venkatesh Daggubati, Pooja Hegde, Jagapathi Babu, Bhumika Chawla, Raghav Juyal, Siddharth Nigam, Shehnaaz Gill and Palak Tiwari.</p>
<p>It's a big responsibility to deliver a wholesome experience for Salman Khan fans, says Farhan Samji, the director of the superstar's upcoming Eid release <em>Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan</em>.</p>.<p>The upcoming family entertainer marks Samji's maiden collaboration with the 57-year-old star.</p>.<p>The director said the film has all the quintessential elements of a Salman Khan movie -- romance, drama, emotion and action.</p>.<p>“As a fan, half your work is done when Salman Khan comes and looks at the camera. But the pressure and expectations are double. When you work with a superstar, the idea is to justify the character, the dialogues, etc,” Samji told <em>PTI</em> in a virtual interview.</p>.<p>“We have left no stone unturned. We have made it as commercial and as emotional as possible. It is a 'masala entertainer'. We have explored everything. We have North-South culture (in it). We are hopeful the film will leave a mark,” he added.</p>.<p>Samji, best known for directing <em>Housefull 4</em> and <em>Bachchhan Paandey</em>, said it is important to not get swayed by the 'stardom' of an actor.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/siddharth-anand-to-direct-tiger-vs-pathaan-for-yash-raj-films-1207238.html" target="_blank">Siddharth Anand to direct 'Tiger vs Pathaan' for Yash Raj Films</a></strong></p>.<p>“There is stardom but one has to remain true to the story. For instance, the character of <em>Bajrangi Bhaijaan</em> would not do hard core action, so we can’t think everything keeping in mind the fans. We can’t turn the actor into a superhero.”</p>.<p>The 48-year-old director said he didn’t let the burden of directing a film for the superstar affect him and treated it as a big "opportunity".</p>.<p>“We all work for years to do a big film. I got that opportunity to direct Salman sir, and if I think of the pressure, then it is a bad attitude... The expectation of fans is of a different level. I don’t know how good or bad my film is but I can assure that the fans will not be disappointed,” he added.</p>.<p>Samji's previous directorial efforts have received negative reviews from critics and have moderately performed at the box office. The director, however, believes it is hard work and growth.</p>.<p>“Those who criticize have their own sensibility and I respect that. Those who don't like my style... I try to rectify things and make it better. I welcome all remarks,” the director said.</p>.<p>A Salman Khan Film production, <em>Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan</em> is slated to be released on April 21.</p>.<p>The movie also features veteran Telugu star Venkatesh Daggubati, Pooja Hegde, Jagapathi Babu, Bhumika Chawla, Raghav Juyal, Siddharth Nigam, Shehnaaz Gill and Palak Tiwari.</p>