Director of the Mughal historical drama Taj: Split by Blood Ronald Scalpello discussed the significance of focusing on human emotions in an interview with Hindustan Times.
Akbar’s three sons’ complex relationships and deep emotions are given greater attention in the new Mughal historical drama Taj: Divided By Blood on ZEE5 than just the battles they waged to establish their claim to the throne. Its director, Ronald Scalpello, who has helmed a number of thrillers in the west, claims that the film is really a family drama. The director was aware that he was working with the vast Mughal empire, but he chose to concentrate on the family and its relationships, the specifics of each scene, and the nuanced nature of emotions.
I interpreted it as an epic family tale. Our characters are likeable people who just so happen to be from that time period, and we are creating an epic exciting story for a modern contemporary audience. There are numerous movies, books, and historians available to those seeking historical authenticity. In the frantic social media age we live in, people are looking for exaggerated stories, therefore it’s crucial to hold their attention for 45 minutes. Our focus is on engaging the audience with compelling storytelling and drama that is emotionally compelling, that they can relate to, that they want to watch incessantly, and that draws them into this universe.
He is one of the most renowned actors from Indian cinema, and I have the utmost regard for him. Meeting him was an honour for me. We were overjoyed when he agreed to take on that role once I started explaining about the film’s vision. excellent actors with theatrical training, like Naseer. They come with so much experience, knowledge, and emotional empathy, and they know their words inside and out, so you don’t need to micromanage them. Younger actors looked up to him as an example of how to perform professionally both on and off camera. We were astounded by his portrayal of a legendary figure from history and how three-dimensional he portrayed that person; he exhibited such grace, dignity, and sensitivity.