Singer-actor-composer Himesh Reshammiya has said that if Ranbir Kapoor had starred as lead in Karzzz instead of him, it would have been an instant super hit.

Himesh plays Monty, a character first played by Ranbir’s father Rishi Kapoor in Subhash Ghai’s super hit Karz on which Karzzz is based.

“Ranbir would have been a better choice as he would have brought success instantly. The film would have been a super hit before its release, but since I’m into the movie, we will have to wait for its release to see how it fares,” Himesh said.

Himesh was all praise for Ranbir Kapoor especially his turn in Bachna Ae Haseeno. “ I have seen Bachna Ae Haseeno and I found his acting impressive. Acting is in his blood because of his great legacy,” Himesh said.

On the comparisons being drawn between the original and the remake, he said, “There can be no comparison between the original film and ours. The original was a classic and no one can go near it. We have tried to do our best by adding a new twist to the story. I think the audience should see the film keeping in mind that they are watching a non-professional actor and dancer. They shouldn’t compare it with the original.”

Karzzz is Himesh’s second film after Aap Kaa Surroor. “I consider Karzzz as my first film because in my debut film Aap Kaa Surroor I played myself. All other actors have performed well, but I can’t comment on my performance. The audience will decide and give their verdict,” he said.
Himesh said the success of Karzzz was important to his career because its box office performance would affect his other forthcoming films.

While Karzzz is releasing on October 17, Kajra Re is set for a 2009 release.