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No one can doubt the fact that Vinay Pathak is a comedy genius, which is a rare commodity in Apna Bharat! IndiaFm caught up with the actor and found about his movie Bheja Fry.

The title Bheja Fry sounds interesting.
Bheja Fry is not a cookery show and it's definitely not about food. When we talk about Bheja Fry we talk about the brain getting 'pakaved.' There is another terminology called 'dimaag ki dahi'. Now that's not about yogurt or any other milk product. It's a funny and simple yet very effective film in terms of the humor reaching out to people. It's not deliberately slapstick, awkward or loud but rather very nice.


So then what's the basic recipe of Bheja Fry?
There are people who take pleasure in making fun of other people and I think if we look within us, we might find that person somewhere in ourselves also. We all are human and have our insecurities. We all have our superior or inferior complexes. Our whole measure of success depends on competing with other people. I'm not just talking about careers or trade, etc. but also in communities and societies.

Rajat Kapoor says you are the hero of this film. How does it feel playing the main protagonist?
I wouldn't consider this film with a lead or antagonist. This is more of an assemble film. But yes, I do end up playing the character on what the film is about. I'm bit a bit nervous and I hope people like me in the film.

You and Ranvir Shorey have almost formed a Laurel and Hardy comic combination on TV and films like Mixed Doubles, Khosla Ka Ghosla and now Bheja Fry. Are directors casting you together in a package deal?
I sincerely hope you are referring Ranvir as Hardy (laughs). We've been friends and have been working together for years as well. There is a camaraderie that we don't have to sit and plan. It's this whole sense of freedom, respect and space that we give each other. That's where we click as a duo. Be it television, theatre, shows or films, there is a comfort level that both of us enjoy. There is less worry and anxiety when we work with each other. And above all, film-makers get a discount when they approach a role for both of us together. (Laughs)

What is your role in Manorama Six Feet Under?
That is a film I am doing with a first time director Navdeep Singh. It is the role of a very corrupt cop - and I love the earthiness that the character has. I love the humour and the cynicism that he has, and also how he appeared in the story and how he helped relate the story. It was not a full-length role but the way the character helps in telling the story is something very refreshing. So I jumped at that, I did it and I had a gala time. He has promised me another film now.