Ever since the news of Salman Khan opting out of celebrated filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s much-talked-about film Inshallah emerged, diehard fans of the superstar have been eagerly awaiting to know as to which movie Khan is planning to release on Eid 2020.
According to some industry insiders, Salman Khan is indeed having his date with theatres on Eid next year. He himself had tweeted the same a couple of days ago. However, the question still remains the same: Which film Khan is planning to release during the festival of Eid 2020.
Speculations of Kick 2 and the remake of popular South Korean crime-drama Veteran (2015) to be his next have been doing the rounds ever since Inshallah got shelved. Recently, filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala confirmed that Kick 2 will not be ready for a release next year. Also, since no work on the adaptation of Veteran has begun yet, there is no chance the film will be able to enter cinemas next year.
A source in the know tells an Indian publication, "Atul Agnihotri owns the remake rights of Korean film Veteran and there has been talks about Salman working in the film. But the project which Salman Khan is planning for Eid 2020 is not the Veteran remake. Salman and Atul Agnihotri plan to collaborate but it is not happening right now. Salman is planning a completely different project for Eid 2020."
The source goes on to reveal that the forthcoming film will be an all-out action extravaganza and Salman will be seen performing high-octane action sequences in it. An official announcement is highly awaited.
The superstar, meanwhile, is looking forward to the release of his hugely anticipated movie Dabangg3. Directed by Prabhudeva, the cop-drama also features Sonakshi Sinha and Kichcha Sudeep in principal roles. Produced by Salman Khan Films and Arbaaz Khan, Dabangg 3 is slated to buzz into theatres on 20th December 2020.
The celebrated comedian and character actor passed away due to age-related ailments.
Asrani’s career spanned over five decades across Hindi and regional cinema.
He was best known for his collaborations with Kader Khan and director Priyadarshan.
A prolific career in Indian cinema
Veteran actor Asrani, who brought laughter and warmth to Indian screens for more than five decades, has passed away at the age of 84 due to age-related ailments. Known for his impeccable comic timing and memorable supporting roles, Asrani was among the most recognisable faces in Hindi cinema from the 1970s through the 1990s.
He became a household name with his performance as the eccentric jailer in Sholay (1975), and also left a mark with acclaimed roles in Abhimaan, Bawarchi, and Chupke Chupke. Over the years, his versatility allowed him to move seamlessly between comedy, character parts and cameos.
Successful collaborations with Kader Khan
Asrani shared a long and successful professional relationship with actor-writer Kader Khan. The duo appeared together in several hit films including Swarg Se Sundar, Charnon Ki Saugandh, Patal Bhairvi, Himmatwala, Jaisi Karni Waisi Bharni, Dulhe Raja, and Ankhiyon Se Goli Maare. Their chemistry and comic exchanges became a staple of mainstream Hindi cinema in the 1980s and 1990s.
Comic brilliance under Priyadarshan’s direction
In the 2000s, Asrani reached a new generation of filmgoers through his collaborations with filmmaker Priyadarshan. He featured in some of the director’s most popular comedies including Hera Pheri, Yeh Tera Ghar Yeh Mera Ghar, Hulchul, Garam Masala, Malamaal Weekly, Chup Chup Ke, Bhagam Bhaag, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Dhol, Billu, and De Dana Dan.
A legacy of laughter
With more than 350 films to his credit, Asrani’s contribution to Indian cinema is immense. His distinctive expressions, dialogue delivery, and ability to find humour in everyday situations made him one of Bollywood’s most beloved comic actors.
He is remembered not only for his performances but also for shaping the tone of comedy in Hindi films across generations.
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