Mumbai: Film and theatre actor Makarand Deshpande is happy to work with the Bhatt family for "Sadak 2", in which he plays a Godman. Makarand was interacting with the media at the launch of Mukkti Cultural Hub, initiated by Smita Thackeray here on Sunday. Talking about his role in "Sadak 2", Makarand said: "I am playing the character of a Godman in the film. Mukesh Bhatt always used to tell me that I am their lucky mascot, but I don't know what happened that they didn't cast me in their films in past few years. Sadak 2: Alia Bhatt Marks the Day 1 Shoot of Mahesh Bhatt’s Directorial, Pens Down a Heartfelt Message

"I think Bhatt (Mahesh Bhatt) saab is one of the few individuals with whom you connect easily and you can't afford to lose him from your life. I can't reveal much about my character in the film but I can say that it's a very exciting role." "Sadak 2" is directed by Mahesh Bhatt and produced by Mukesh Bhatt under their banner Vishesh Films. The film will also star Mahesh Bhatt's daughter Alia. Sadak 2: Alia Bhatt and Sanjay Dutt’s Role in Mahesh Bhatt’s Next Revealed

Asked what he feels about her talent, Makarand said: "I don't think I have any right to comment on the acting capabilities of any actor but I can say that she has an incredible capacity to hold the screen with the close-ups or with the long shots, when she dances or when she doesn't dance, when she is quite or when she speaks. I think she is an excellent and evolving actress."

On Mukkti Cultural Hub, Makarand said: "I think it's an amazing initiative because I am a theatre artiste. I think we needed more theatres like Prithvi Theatre, so now this new theatre has added to that list."

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