Leaving aside the many recurring popular shows like Stranger Things, The Last of Us, Mirzapur, and others, one of the most awaited events across the country right now is the return of Bollywood star Imran Khan. The actor, who made his debut back in the day with Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, is all set to make a comeback to our screens after a long hiatus from acting. Imran has been in the news throughout the year for his impeccable Instagram game, which has made him relevant again and spurred public demand for his comeback—a sentiment that filmmakers have taken seriously. While he was initially set to return with a Disney+ Hotstar espionage show created by Abbas Tyrewala, that project fell apart. He is now marking his return with a Netflix project, and the latest update suggests that he has found his leading lady in Bhumi Pednekar.
Imran Khan To Romance Bhumi Pednekar?
Imran Khan will return to acting with a Netflix India romantic comedy directed by Danish Aslam. The project, still kept neatly under wraps, is said to be a fresh take on the kind of stories that made Khan a household name and remain relevant even during his years away from the industry. According to an update from Peeping Moon, the movie has now welcomed Bhumi Pednekar as the leading lady to star alongside Imran, making it an exciting and unconventional pairing.
The report reveals that the said project, directed by Danish Aslam, intentionally sought an unconventional pairing like Imran and Bhumi. Bhumi Pednekar, who has been making bold and interesting choices in her career, has already collaborated with Netflix on two projects—Bhakshak and Royals, which also stars Ishaan Khatter alongside her. If the news is confirmed, this will mark Bhumi’s third collaboration with Netflix and her first project with Imran Khan and Danish Aslam.
Bhumi Pednekar has not yet signed the dotted line but has reportedly agreed verbally to star opposite Imran Khan in the Netflix movie. The script is being penned by Suhani Kanwar. For those who might not remember, Danish Aslam, the director, previously worked with Imran Khan on Break Ke Baad, which also starred Deepika Padukone. The film is currently in the writing stage and is expected to enter pre-production soon. Cameras are set to roll on the Imran Khan-Bhumi Pednekar starrer in March 2025.
Imran Khan in Vir Das’ Happy Patel
Apart from the Netflix film, Imran Khan is also rumored to be a part of Vir Das’ directorial project Happy Patel. According to Peeping Moon, Happy Patel is a satirical spy comedy inspired by the American film series Austin Powers. “It’s a spy film with a dash of comic touch and explores an untapped and brand-new terrain in Bollywood cinema. Imran will play a secret agent in this film, alongside Vir Das, who is also directing, writing, and co-producing it. This is a fun entertainer packed with comedy, action, drama, and lots of twists, much like their highly acclaimed black comedy Delhi Belly,” said a source close to the development.
Happy Patel, featuring Imran Khan and a cameo by Aamir Khan, will also star Mona Singh and Mithila Palkar in pivotal roles. The film will mark popular musician Ash King’s acting debut. Sources have also revealed that Aamir Khan has already started shooting for his portion in Goa and is expected to wrap up his scenes today.
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