Alia Bhatt had to use unusual places for nature’s call and costume changes while filming Highway, recalls Imtiaz Ali

In simpler terms, the movie “Highway” directed by Imtiaz Ali and featuring Randeep Hooda and Alia Bhatt is widely regarded as one of the best films ever made, thanks to its breathtaking visuals that showcase beautiful landscapes. More recently, the director discussed some of the obstacles they encountered during filming, emphasizing a period when there were no dressing rooms or restrooms available on set. He mentioned how challenging it was for Alia to handle everyday tasks like changing clothes or using the bathroom in unexpected locations while shooting.

Imtiaz Ali cites Kareena Kapoor Khan’s example to explain how women used to be ‘treated with respect’ in film industry; ‘There were three lightmen…’

Imtiaz Ali, a well-known director in the Indian film industry, Bollywood, frequently expresses his opinions about cinema and its evolution. Lately, this filmmaker has spoken up on establishing a work environment that is both safe and respectful for women, enabling them to fully concentrate on their craft. To illustrate his point, he referred to an instance from when he collaborated with Kareena Kapoor on the film “Jab We Met”.