Golden Globe Winning legendary Indian filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has caused a sensation by revealing that his school dropout cook has written the sequel to his cult classic film ‘Mr. India’ with the help of AI. In today’s world, the art of storytelling is taking on new dimensions with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into screenwriting. AI, a technology that enables computers to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, is revolutionizing how scripts are crafted for movies, web series, TV shows, and other visual media. From generating plot ideas to refining dialogue, AI is becoming an invaluable tool for writers and filmmakers alike, offering unprecedented opportunities for creativity and efficiency in the storytelling process.
Shekhar Kapur who is renowned all over the globe after directing such international films like ‘Elizabeth’ and ‘The Four Feathers’ took to X on February 10th with the sensational story. He shared a pic of his cook Nilesh and wrote “This is Nilesh. 11th fail. Been working with me 18yrs. Cook, house boy, now more a friend. Refused to study more!…6am he discovers #GoogleGemini. 7am starts writing a story for #MrIndia2. 8am asks me if to read it. I’m taken aback. The great new #AI #creative revolution is here,”
What is Google Gemini?
Kapur is referring to Google’s AI chatbot Gemini earlier known as Bard which is the talk of the tech world lately. Google Gemini is a multimodal AI model developed by Google DeepMind. It comprises three versions:
Gemini Ultra: An advanced AI model optimized for handling various types of information, including text, code, audio, image, and video123. It costs 20 USD per month.
Gemini Pro: Another variant tailored for specific applications and user needs which is free to use.
Gemini Nano: A compact version designed for specific use cases.
In essence, Gemini represents Google’s most capable AI model yet, capable of understanding and reasoning across different data formats. Its flexibility allows it to perform a wide range of tasks, making it a powerful tool in the realm of artificial intelligence.
Mr India movie details
“Mr. India” is a popular Bollywood film released in 1987, directed by Shekhar Kapur and produced by Boney Kapoor. The movie follows the story of Arun Verma (played by Anil Kapoor), a kind-hearted man who discovers a unique gadget that grants him the power of invisibility. With the help of this device, Arun transforms into the titular character, Mr. India, to fight against crime and injustice in society.
Alongside Anil Kapoor, the film features the late superstar Sridevi as Seema, a journalist who becomes involved in Arun’s mission, and Amrish Puri as Mogambo, a notorious villain with plans to conquer India. The movie combines elements of fantasy, action, comedy, and drama, with memorable songs and iconic performances.
“Mr. India” is celebrated for its imaginative storyline, entertaining characters, and social commentary, addressing themes such as heroism, corruption, and the importance of standing up against evil. It remains a beloved classic in Indian cinema, captivating audiences for generations.
Attempts at using AI in filmmaking so far
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and filmmaking has led to some fascinating experiments and creative endeavors. Here are a few instances where AI played a role in screenwriting:
Oscar Sharp and Ross Goodwin: In 2016, they collaborated on an experimental short science fiction film called “Sunspring”. The screenplay was entirely generated by an AI program called Benjamin, developed by Ross Goodwin.
The film’s dialogue, while intriguing, had an uncanny quality, showcasing the limitations and quirks of AI-generated content.
Google Gemini and Curious Refuge: Google Gemini, a powerful multimodal AI model, has been used for creative mashups and novelties. Curious Refuge created a trailer for “Lord of the Rings” as if directed by Wes Anderson. While amusing, it’s evident that AI-generated content still lacks the finesse of human creativity. These efforts demonstrate the potential for AI to contribute to satire and unconventional storytelling, but they haven’t yet produced full-fledged movie scripts.
Kemmer and the AI Chatbot: Filmmaker Kemmer and a team used an AI chatbot to generate over 100 ideas and 50 scripts for a short film in under an hour. The chatbot refined each idea based on additional details, resulting in a complete film concept.
AI tools used for Screenwriting
There are several AI-powered screenwriting tools available, such as AIScreenwriter, Squibler’s AI script writer, and Writesonic. OpenAI’s ChatGPT is another AI chatbot that can generate plot ideas and even write full-length, producible scripts. However, while AI can assist in the screenwriting process, it still has limitations and cannot replace human creativity and storytelling abilities
