Pankaj Kapoor - 'Mausam' script was written Shahid in mind

Shahid Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor starrer ‘Mausam’ had its trailer launch yesterday. Veteran actor Pankaj Kapoor, who is looking forward to the release of his maiden Bollywood directorial 'Mausam', says he made the film specifically for his son Shahid.

“I have directed for television for about five years. So there was a desire to direct a film. I have been writing for a long time. So here came a moment where we decided to go with this film, with this particular subject, which was specifically written keeping Shahid in mind,” Pankaj said.

“The film was to be made for Shahid. I thought I had to write a film for him," he added.'Mausam' is a love story starring Shahid and Sonam Kapoor.

“Like every father I also want my son to go ahead and excel in life. Shahid has proved himself and has been doing so. His acting ability, cinematic knowledge will come in front of all in the near future. I wish all the success for him,” said the National award winning actor.

When the reporters quizzed Pankaj on Sonam Kapoor being the first choice for the film, there were no second thoughts that she was the first to be approached.r in the lead roles.