Actor Gurpreet Singh, who is seen as King Ambhiraj in Siddharth Kumar Tewary's Porus, was delighted as the first episode of his show was aired one day before his birthday, and the feedback that he got made his day. “This year was very special for me. 28th November was my birthday, and the best gift was that on the eve of my birthday, the show was telecast. It was like I already celebrated my birthday,” he says.
Ask him which was the biggest compliment that he got, and he says, “They were all so amazing. I got a lot of compliments. Whoever saw the show was praising me. Some people even said that I am looking the best in the show.”
However, being part of the magnum opus is not easy, says Gurpreet. “This is the first show where I will be there from the first episode. It is not easy to do this show. You need to put in a lot of hard work. But I feel so lucky to be part of this wonderful project,” he says.
Writer, producer-director Siddharth Kumar Tewary has also been guiding Gurpreet. “Whenever scenes are shot, Siddharth tells me that I am doing well and that I have to keep this up. He often gives me suggestions. He likes me in the show,” he says.
Meanwhile, the Porus launch party, which took place last week, was a classy affair. While he enjoyed himself there, Gurpreet says that getting ready for quite a task, a fun one though. “Choosing clothes is a big task. I went shopping also. I wanted to wear something different. I thought let me wear a black shirt, black blazer, jeans and converse shoes. It will be casual and formal as well,” he signs off.
Mukerji parts ways with YRF’s Dhoom 4 after reported creative disagreements.
Decision said to be amicable, with Aditya Chopra and Ranbir Kapoor supportive.
Director shifts focus to Brahmastra: Part Two – Dev, expected to begin filming in 2026.
Filmmaker steps away from YRF’s action franchise
Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji has stepped away from Yash Raj Films’ (YRF) highly anticipated action project Dhoom 4, reportedly due to creative differences. According to Bollywood Hungama, Mukerji’s vision for the film did not align with the studio’s direction, prompting him to withdraw from the project.
Mukerji, who was in discussions to direct the next instalment of the hit franchise—expected to star Ranbir Kapoor—was said to have limited control over the script, which was reportedly written by Shridhar Raghavan. The director, best known for Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Brahmastra, was keen on shaping the film creatively rather than simply executing an existing plan.
A source quoted in the report said, “Ayan didn’t have much say in the screenplay and didn’t want to embark on another journey of just execution.”
Amicable parting after discussions with Aditya Chopra
Before stepping away, Mukerji is believed to have held several discussions with YRF head Aditya Chopra and actor Ranbir Kapoor. Both reportedly supported his decision, with insiders describing the split as “completely amicable.”
The director’s departure does not mark the end of Dhoom 4, as YRF plans to continue with the project under a new director. The studio may also reconsider casting options, despite earlier reports that Ranbir Kapoor had set aside dates for the film.
Focus returns to the Brahmastra universe
Following his exit from Dhoom 4, Mukerji has shifted attention back to his passion project—the Brahmastra series. The filmmaker is currently developing Brahmastra: Part Two – Dev, the sequel to the 2022 fantasy epic.
The film, initially expected to begin production earlier, is now likely to go on floors in 2026. Sources suggest Mukerji intends to expand the Astraverse with more depth in storytelling, combining elements of mythology, drama, and spectacle.
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