The rumours are true! Superstar Shah Rukh Khan is finally collaborating with legendary filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani! The title of this upcoming project is Dunki, which is set to bring together two of the biggest forces in Indian cinema for the very first time. The film was announced today with an endearing video unit unveiling the title and features Hirani and SRK as themselves in playful banter about them doing a film together.
After films like 3 Idiots, the Munnabhai franchise, PK and Sanju, all of which went on to become huge commercial successes and set benchmarks in the industry, Hirani starts work on his dream project with Khan. A JIO Studios, Red Chillies Entertainment and RHF presentation, the film is directed by Hirani, starring SRK and Tapsee Pannu in key roles, is written by Hirani, Abhijaat Joshi and Kanika Dhillon, produced by Hirani and Gauri Khan. The film went on floors this April 2022, with the next schedule being shot extensively in Punjab.
Dunki Annoucement Video Ft., Shah Rukh Khan & Rajkumar Hirani
Confirming the development, Hirani, said “Through the course of my career Shah Rukh Khan has always been on my wish list and after trying to collaborate several times in the past, we were finally destined to have ‘Dunki’ mark our partnership. The energy, charisma, humour and charm that he brings to a film is unparalleled and I look forward to bringing that magic to the big screen.”
Adding further, the Pathaan actor said, * “Raj Kumar Hirani is one of the finest filmmakers of this generation, we have always spoken about working together and I am extremely happy we are finally doing it with ‘Dunki’. We have just started shooting this month and I am cherishing every moment of it. Raju ke liye main Donkey, Monkey…kuch bhi ban sakta hoon!”
Commenting on the same, Tapsee Pannu said, “I am beyond excited to embark on this journey and be a part of this very special film. It’s my first time working with Rajkumar Hirani and SRK, two people who I deeply respect and admire.”
While details are under wraps at the moment, SRK will be presented like never before as he steps into Hirani’s world with this social comedy. The film marks the coming together of a master filmmaker and one of the biggest superstars in the world, the film is scheduled to release on December 22, 2023.
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