In a world where comedy and philosophy rarely share the same screen, Good Fortune emerges as a daring exception — a film that fuses heart, humor, and existential reflection. Sitting together for a candid conversation, Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogen, and Aziz Ansari open up about the deeply personal journey behind their collaboration — one that began as a simple idea and evolved into a soulful meditation on fate, friendship, and redemption.

“I Wanted to Make Something That Actually Meant Something”

Aziz Ansari, who wrote, directed, and stars in Good Fortune, describes the project as his “reset button” after years of uncertainty.

“I wanted to make something that actually meant something to me,” he says. “After everything that’s happened in the world — and in my own life — I felt drawn to tell a story about perspective, about gratitude, and about how fragile our sense of control really is.”

The film centers on Rogen’s character, a jaded man on the brink of personal collapse, who encounters two mysterious figures — one played by Reeves — who change the course of his life. What begins as a comedic setup unfolds into a story about loss, acceptance, and the strange beauty of being human.

“Aziz is one of those rare people who can make you laugh and make you think at the same time,” says Rogen. “He came to me with this script that was equal parts funny, heartbreaking, and weirdly spiritual — and I just knew I had to do it.”

“Keanu Was Like This… Light”

For Ansari, casting Keanu Reeves wasn’t just a creative decision — it was an emotional one.

“I wrote the part with him in mind,” Ansari reveals. “He represents this kind of quiet goodness. When Keanu walks into a room, you feel safe — and that’s exactly what I wanted the audience to feel in those scenes.”

Reeves, ever humble, smiles at the compliment.

“That’s kind,” he says softly. “What drew me to Good Fortune was its heart. It’s about how we treat one another, how we find meaning even when things fall apart. I think people are craving that right now.”

The actor, known for balancing action hero roles with deeply introspective characters, found the experience refreshing.

“Aziz gave us space to explore the silences,” Reeves continues. “There’s a lot of stillness in this film. It’s about listening — not just to others, but to yourself.”

The Balance Between Humor and Heartache

Balancing laughter with existential weight isn’t easy, but Good Fortune thrives in that tension. Rogen admits that the role forced him out of his comfort zone.

“I’ve played a lot of dudes who are kind of lost or immature,” he says. “But this was different. This guy’s pain is real — and it’s messy. Aziz pushed me to find the honesty beneath the jokes.”

Ansari nods.

“I didn’t want to make a film that preached,” he explains. “Life is ridiculous and profound at the same time. One minute you’re crying, the next you’re laughing. That’s the tone we were chasing.”

A Movie About Gratitude in a Time of Chaos

What makes Good Fortune resonate is its message — simple, universal, and deeply human.

“It’s about remembering what matters,” Reeves says. “Even when you lose everything, there’s still love, there’s still connection, there’s still laughter.”

Rogen adds, “It’s a comedy about life kicking you in the face and learning to thank it anyway.”

Ansari hopes audiences will leave the theater not just entertained, but moved.

“I think a lot of us spend our lives waiting for ‘the good fortune’ to arrive,” he says. “But maybe it’s already here — in the people we love, in the moments we overlook.”

“The World Needs Movies Like This”

As the trio reflects on their collaboration, it’s clear that Good Fortune is more than a film — it’s a creative reunion between three artists who believe in the power of sincerity.

“The world needs movies like this right now,” Reeves says, with a rare smile. “Ones that remind us that even in darkness, there’s still light — if you’re willing to look for it.”

And just like that, in a room filled with laughter, humility, and quiet reflection, you realize Good Fortune isn’t just the name of the movie — it’s what happens when three unlikely voices come together to tell a story that dares to care.