Indian moviegoers in Canada's commercial capital went Hadippa over Rani Mukherjee.
As the curtains went up on Bollywood star's latest movie at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
They turned out in full strength and filled up the cavernous Roy Thomson Hall in downtown Toronto auditorium to the rafters for the world premiere.
The red carpet was flanked by shrieking and howling Rani fans, who thrust their autograph books.
At Rani and posed for photographs with the actress even as a posse of bhangra dancers in colorful attire swayed to drum beats.
Excited Rani said, she really loves the audience in Toronto. They are so involved. I have a deep emotional connect with my fans. They have stood by me through my low phase. I owe a lot to them. I hope they enjoy 'Dil Bole Hadippa' as much as we enjoyed making it. 'Dil Bole Hadippa' is first full-on Bollywood masala film to have its world premiere in North America's top cinema events.
Cameron Bailey, co-director, Toronto International Film Festival, explained why he chose 'Dil Bole Hadippa' for a Gala presentation, he said, we love the colour, the energy, the music and the spirit of Bollywood and 'Dil Bole Hadippa' captures all that to perfection. Rani got into the swing of things and let out shrill whoop of joy in unison with the audience.
She said she was confident that the film would have a special appeal for audiences because it is set entirely in Punjab. Punjabis have a strong presence in Toronto. I am sure they will relate to 'Dil Bole Hadippa' quite easily. The film's director, debutant Anurag Singh, said: 'Dil Bole Hadippa' reflects what we Indians are like. We are colourful, loud, and noisy and all heart.
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