Vivek is the son of veteran actor Suresh Oberoi. PHOTO: FILE
But now, after 15 years, the actor’s filmography boasts more of crime dramas and slapstick comedies. In fact, Vivek admits he has not utilised the romantic space to the fullest. “It was not a conscious decision not to do romantic films. It’s just a matter of choice, what films come your way and what state of mind you are in when you are approached with a film. I don’t think I did justice to the genre in my career,” The Indian Express quoted him as saying.
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The 40-year-old actor, who will next be seen in a quirky comedy Bank Chor, says that at this point in his life and career, he would love to do a “mature, intense and evocative love story.” According to Vivek, different film-makers have different takes on the idea of romance and he is open to trying things their way.
“There’s Anurag Basu, who has his own angle to what romance looks like. Then you have Imtiaz Ali, Karan Johar and the Yash Raj Banner who are known for their romantic films. I would love to work with any of these great directors,” he said.
The Dum star also shared he has had a great experience working with up-and-coming directors like Rensil D’Silva in Kurbaan. “They have new ideas and a fresher take on things. You end up unlocking a different kind of potential in yourself as an actor. They provoke you to explore something fun,” Vivek explained.
In Bank Chor, Vivek plays an arrogant cop named Amjad Khan, who has been called to catch robbers at a bank. The comedy has been directed by Bumpy. Asked if he thinks comedy is the most bankable genre, Vivek was divided. “Yes and no,” he responded. “Comedies are fun and you can share a good laugh with your friends. But I have realised, such films don’t really move you beyond a point and for me, that feeling is what makes a film an iconic one.”
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Vivek shared that even now, people remember him for his roles in films like Company, Saathiya, Omkara and Shootout at Lokhandwala. “People remember me in these films because they made them feel something more deeply than my other films. Such films have a longer shelf life. It may do great in terms of business but even if that does not happen, the memory of the film lives longer than the spoils.”
Bank Chor, which also stars Riteish Deshmukh, is set to release on June 16.
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