Rock On' was a cult film: Shraddha Kapoor

 Actress Shraddha Kapoor, who will be seen in 'Rock On 2', says the previous movie of this series was a cult film.

"I have seen 'Rock On' with my parents and brother. They all loved it. There was no rock film in Indian cinema till this one happened. 'Rock On' had a huge impact on me and my brother. It was a cult film," Shraddha said here before the live event of 'Rock On 2'.


'Rock On' team is back after eight years with a sequel 'Rock On 2'. Farhan Akhtar, Arjun Rampal, Purab Kohli, Prachi Desai reprise their roles from the first part while Shraddha is the new addition.

"I had told my parents if a sequel to this film is made ever, I will be part of it. Here I am in 'Rock On 2'. It is said that when you actually think of something the universe conspires for it," Shraddha said.

In order to promote the movie which is about a band, the ideal way according to the makers was to perform live. The concert happened today.

The 'Aashiqui 2' actress was nervous as well as excited to be performing at the concert.

"I haven't slept the whole night. It is (performing live) a mixture of excitement and butterflies as I have never done live show. I hope I don't disappoint people," she said.

Debutante Shujaat Saudagar is directing the sequel which will hit the theatres in India on November 11.




Shraddha Kapoor Wanted To Be a Part Of 'Rock On' 8 Years Ago

Mumbai: Actress Shraddha Kapoor, who will be seen in Rock On 2 on Saturday confessed her craze and love for the first film Rock On, saying that she wanted to be a part of it 8 years ago

"I am a big fan of Rock On film and songs. Eight years back I had gone to watch Rock On with my brother and parents. I loved the film.

"I had told there only that whenever a sequel of this movie will be made, then definitely I will act in the film," she said at a press conference prior to the concert for Rock On 2's music launch.

"This is a very different film of mine. I am nervous and excited to perform on stage."

Asked his favourite from the music of the Rock On sequel, actor Farhan Akhtar said: "It is very difficult to say one favourite song. There is not just one favourite song in the movie."

Titli fame actor and musician Shashank Arora, who will join the Magik band of Rock On 2 this time as a new member, also also shared his excitement.

"I always wanted to be an actor. Finally I got a chance. I am very happy. When I got a call for "Rock On 2", then I was really excited," he said.

The upcoming musical drama film is directed by Shujaat Saudagar, produced by Farhan and Ritesh Sidhwani, and has music by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy.

While Farhan Akhtar, Arjun Rampal, Prachi Desai, and Purab Kohli reprise their roles from Rock On, Shraddha will be sharing screen space opposite Farhan Akhtar, while Shashank is a supporting character.