Kabir Khan teases collaboration with Kartik Aaryan: 'Exciting project'
What's the story
Filmmaker Kabir Khan has hinted at a potential reunion with actor Kartik Aaryan for an upcoming project. The two will reportedly work together again after their 2024 film Chandu Champion, which is based on India's first Paralympics gold medalist Murlikant Petkar. Speaking to PTI at the 56th International Film Festival of India, Khan said, "We are still talking...in a month or so, we will be able to announce exactly what we are working on."
Project details
The upcoming movie is a 'human interest story'
Khan further revealed that he has the script ready, but several factors are yet to be finalized. "The actor needs to come in, and his dates have to be figured out; the studio needs to come in. We are working on that... It's an exciting project," he said. The director described the upcoming venture as an "exciting human interest story" with a larger-than-life backdrop of politics and society.
New partnership
Khan's collaboration with Sameer Nair
Khan also expressed his excitement about working with producer Sameer Nair and his banner Applause Entertainment. "Sameer and I are working on a couple of ideas, and I am looking forward to that," he said. The director praised Nair for his ability to choose interesting stories and support them, even if they go against conventional wisdom.
Film showcase
Khan's 'My Melbourne' at IFFI
At the film festival, Khan is showcasing My Melbourne, an anthology film that explores diverse stories from the multicultural city of Melbourne. The movie features four short films by directors Khan, Rima Das, Onir, and Imtiaz Ali. It delves into themes of diversity and sexuality while also addressing gender, disability, and race issues.