Actor Adil Hussain commended director Ali El Arabi as their film ‘52 Blue’ is scheduled for screening at the upcoming London Indian Film Festival. El Arabi, who is also a national kickboxing champion in Egypt, impressed Hussain with his approach to storytelling that draws from his kickboxing background. According to Hussain, El Arabi’s method involves continuous improvisation, similar to the quick thinking and adaptability required in kickboxing.
Hussain highlighted El Arabi’s unique filmmaking style, emphasizing how the director’s ability to think on his feet and adapt to challenges sets him apart. El Arabi’s approach of addressing problems on set with creative solutions and a flexible mindset left a lasting impression on Hussain. The actor praised El Arabi’s rare quality of being able to pivot and find alternative approaches when faced with obstacles during filming.
