Ismail Darbar Declares He'd Refuse Working with Bhansali, Even for a Huge Sum of Money.

Ismail Darbar, the music composer known for his work in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" (1999) and "Devdas" (2002), has stated that he would not collaborate with the filmmaker again, even for a substantial sum of money.

The composer and director, who once shared a close working relationship, apparently had creative differences that led to a fallout after "Devdas". Despite the passage of time, Darbar seems unwilling to bury the hatchet.

Darbar’s statement reflects a firm stance against working with Bhansali, regardless of the financial incentive. "Pehli Fursat Mein Chale Jaa," he declared, emphasizing his disinclination to collaborate with the director. This translates to 'I would leave at the first opportunity'.

The relationship between Darbar and Bhansali was once considered fruitful, with "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" earning Darbar a National Award. However, tensions arose during the making of "Devdas," with reports suggesting creative disagreements and ego clashes. According to reports, Bhansali wanted changes to the songs "Bairi Piya" and "Dola Re," but Darbar refused to alter them. These disagreements reportedly caused delays in the film's production and increased its budget.

In the years following their separation, both Darbar and Bhansali have spoken about their relationship. While Darbar has acknowledged the ego issues between them, he has also stated that they are still friends and in touch. He admitted that their strong creative opinions often led to arguments.

Bhansali, on the other hand, has taken on the role of music composer in his later films. Darbar has commented on Bhansali's musical compositions, admitting that while the music was good, he still rated "Devdas" and "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" as superior.

Darbar's career saw a significant rise after his collaborations with Bhansali. However, his subsequent projects, with the exception of "Kisna," failed to replicate the same success.

Interestingly, this isn't the only controversy Darbar has been involved in. He once accused A.R. Rahman of buying his Oscars for "Slumdog Millionaire," a statement that drew considerable attention and criticism. Despite previously referring to Rahman as his "guru" and praising his work, Darbar claimed that Rahman's Oscar win was a "sold act".


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