Just like the rest of us, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018) star Kartik Aaryan has also been quarantining at his home ever since India went into complete lockdown more than two months ago. He keeps sharing oodles of content on social media to keep himself and his fans entertainer in these tough times.
The rising Bollywood star was recently in conversation with a leading online publication wherein he spoke at length about a lot of things, ranging from the situation of the industry, shooting schedules in post-Coronavirus lockdown era, pay cuts, etc.
Talking about the situation of the industry, Aaryan said, “I would not want to cut down on people’s jobs. There has to be a solution wherein that problem also does not crop up and producers (who are getting affected due to the lockdown), are saved too. There has to be solution and a balance will come out. Whatever it takes for the industry to get together and start working, I think, I am up for it. I would do whatever collectively we decide to do.”
On pay cuts, he said, “If that is something that is going to help the industry, I think we all should do that. We should be up for it. We have taken a huge hit, as a country and as an industry also.”
On the work front, Kartik Aaryan has a number of projects lined up for release. He will next be seen in T-Series Films’ horror-comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. Helmed by Anees Bazmee, the movie is a sequel to the 2007 blockbuster Bhool Bhulaiyaa. His next release will be Dharma Productions’ much-awaited comic-caper Dostana 2, co-starring Janhvi Kapoor and debutant Lakshya.
Ranveer Singh’s rugged new look anchors the high-energy music video.
Rapper Hanumankind makes his official Bollywood début with a fierce verse.
Modern take on the classic Punjabi folk tune 'Jogi'.
Glimpses of Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal in the mix.
The full trailer lands next month.
The Dhurandhar title track just hit the internet, and the noise around this spy thriller just went up a few notches. This is the track that pulls rapper Hanumankind into his first proper Bollywood playback moment. They have taken the old folk number 'Jogi' and built a power-packed version around it, a mix of earthy roots and straight-up aggressive energy that hits like a truck. It fits, honestly. It mirrors the film's whole gritty vibe and Ranveer Singh's battle-hardened look with that wild beard.
Hanumankind brings raw rap fire while Ranveer Singh owns 'Dhurandhar' music video Getty Images/ Youtube Screengrab/Saregama Music
What is the Dhurandhar title track about?
You get a proper blast of the film’s atmosphere from this track. The music video cuts fast between shots of a heavily bearded and muscular Ranveer Singh, looking every bit the part of a hardened operative. The video cuts to the other big names in the cast as well. Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal are all there in what appears to be a tense, dark situation. The music includes traditional Punjabi folk with a stronger, cinematic rhythm.
How did Hanumankind get involved in the Dhurandhar song?
It turns out his involvement was a pretty organic, almost spontaneous thing. Music composer Shashwat Sachdev opened up about how the rap section came together. Apparently, it happened during a late-night studio session with director Aditya Dhar and Hanumankind himself. They captured an impromptu performance that just clicked, bringing what Sachdev called a "raw, instinctive fire" to the whole track. For an artist known for his independent work, this Dhurandhar feature is a major step into the mainstream film scene.
All this build-up is heading towards a definite date. The makers confirmed it right at the end of the title track video. Dhurandhar is locked in for a worldwide theatrical release on 5 December of this year. For those who need more than a song to tide them over, the official trailer is promised for 12 November.
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