Subhash Ghai's found a new fan in M.F Hussain. The legendary painter was so impressed by Ghai's latest offering 'Yuvvraaj' that not only has he watched in twice in the theatre but has also offered to make a painting on the movie.

Ghai's multi starrer has received mixed reviews everywhere, but it is Hussain's appreciation of the movie that has Ghai feeling honored.

When contacted, the renowned painter was all praise for the movie. "Yuvvraaj is the kind of movie we get to see once in many years. I have always been extremely fond of Subhashji's work and Yuvvraaj is one of the finest movies I have seen in a long time. I wonder on what basis are the people criticizing the movie; I feel it is a beautifully made film with extremely melodious music and some brilliant performances."

"Yuvvraaj has been a marvelous experience. I am flattered by Hussain ji's appreciation for the movie. It is an honor to hear such words of appreciation from a legend like M.F Hussain. I am also very deeply moved by his offer to make a painting on Yuvvraaj; this is by far the biggest compliment I have received on this movie.", said the maverick director Subhash Ghai. 

Yuvvraaj starring Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Boman Irani and Zayed Khan hit the theatres on 21^st November.