Unveiling the Challenges Faced During Shooting the Climax Scene of Om Shanti Om
Shah Rukh Khan’s Om Shanti Om continues to captivate audiences with its storyline and iconic scenes. However, the process of shooting the climax sequence posed significant challenges for the cast and crew.
Action Director’s Stressful Experience
The action director, Sham Kaushal, reminisced about the intense shoot of the climax scene where Shah Rukh Khan’s character, Om, attempts to rescue Deepika Padukone’s character, Shantipriya, from a raging fire on set. Sham Kaushal expressed his immense stress regarding the safety of the entire team during the filming.
Reflecting on the elaborate setup, Sham Kaushal mentioned that no visual effects were used at that time. The scene required the actual ignition of fire on the set, with Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, three camerapersons, and approximately 60 crew members present inside the fiery set.
Sham Kaushal described the tension he felt during the shoot, emphasizing the need for extreme caution. The quick extinguishing of the flames was crucial, as any mistake could have led to disastrous consequences. The pressure was so immense that Sham Kaushal admitted to breaking down in tears on set, fearing a potential heart attack from the stress.
The Legacy of Om Shanti Om
Directed by Farah Khan and released in 2007, Om Shanti Om marked the debut of actress Deepika Padukone. Apart from its engaging storyline and music, the film is renowned for uniting various Bollywood stars for cameo appearances, including Salman Khan, Rekha, Dharmendra, Tabu, and Shilpa Shetty.
The collaborative effort of the cast and crew in overcoming the challenges of filming the climax scene of Om Shanti Om has left a lasting impact on Indian cinema.
