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06-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Vashu Bhagnani: 'Made the biggest mistake making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan with Ali Abbas Zafar, Shah Rukh Khan is living in my building because...'
Vashu Bhagnani and Jackky Bhagnani of Pooja Entertainment filed a complaint against Ali Abbas Zafar last year for siphoning the subsidy funds he took from Abu Dhabi authorities during the shoot of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. read more Film producer Vashu Bhagnani opened up on the failure of his ambitious 2024 dud Bade Miyan Chote Miyan that starred Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. In an interview with Ronak Kotecha, Bhagnani said, 'The first one, the one with Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda, was a very good film. The second one wasn't that great.' ''I made the biggest mistake by making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan Part 2 with Ali Abbas Zafar. He didn't understand the title. We got tired of telling him that this is a comedy film, you can add action, but at least make it an action-comedy. It was such a beautiful brand of mine.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'People wanted to come to the theatres just because of the title. When I make it again, I'll get Rumi Jaffery ji to write the story, and if David Dhawan ji doesn't direct it, I'll ask him to produce it with me, because his mind works fast when it comes to comedy.' The producer also revealed how Shah Rukh Khan is staying in his building Puja Case currently as his abode Mannat is undergoing renovation. Vashu Bhagnani and Jackky Bhagnani of Pooja Entertainment filed a complaint against Ali Abbas Zafar last year for siphoning the subsidy funds he took from Abu Dhabi authorities during the shoot of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. The report had been floating of non-payment by the producers since last year and the complaint had been filed in Bandra Police Station on 3rd September 2024 post which the reports started and Bandra Police Station would summon the director anytime now. Another report by Dainik Bhaskar said Ali Abbas Zafar filed a complaint with Federation of Western Indian Cine Employees (FWICE) against Bhagnani for non-payment of his Rs 7.30 crore fees, on the other hand, FWICE requested the Bharat helmer present evidence supporting his claims regarding unpaid due.


Pink Villa
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Salman Khan's Tiger Zinda Hai director Ali Abbas Zafar's reaction to Battle Of Galwan poster is fan love at its peak
Salman Khan has left the internet going gaga over the first look of his upcoming film, Battle Of Galwan. He recently shared the motion poster of the Apoorva Lakhia film, and since then, social media has been buzzing about the same. Many have reacted to this poster, but now, his Tiger Zinda Hai director, Ali Abbas Zafar, exclusively spoke to Pinkvilla and shared how he felt. The filmmaker called the actor 'most earnest' and we cannot agree more. Ali Abbas Zafar's reaction Salman Khan 's first look poster of Battle of Galwan has already created a lot of hype. The director of several of his films, like Bharat, Tiger Zinda Hai and Sultan, could not stop himself from praising the poster and the actor after having a look at it. While talking to us exclusively, he said, 'Sagar khamoshi me sagar hi rehta hai…lehron se kehta hai woh zinda hai…he has the most earnest and powerful fan base.' Battle Of Galwan's poster The motion poster featured Salman Khan in the intense look of an army officer. His face is soaked in blood, indicating a ruthless battle on the field. The background score is the biggest highlight as it transcends the feelings of patriotism instantly. Reportedly, Himesh Reshammiya has composed the background score, and he will be composing all of its songs. The motion poster gives a sneak peek at the backdrop of the movie, which says, "Over 15000 feet above sea level, India fought its most brutal battle without firing a single bullet." Tap here to see the motion poster Battle of Galwan Star Cast revealed Apart from Salman Khan in the lead, we will be seeing Chitrangda Singh as the leading lady. This will be the first time we will get to see this fresh pairing. The supporting cast includes Zeyn Shaw, Ankur Bhatia, Harshil Shah, Heera Sohall, Vipin Bhardwaj, Abhilash Chaudhary, and others. For the unversed, Battle of Galwan will be directed by Apoorva Lakhia. The movie will be based on the true story of the battle between the Indian army and Chinese troops in Galwan Valley in 2020. It is the same war where India executed 54 Chinese soldiers and won the war. The movie will be shot in real locations, in addition to the sets in Mumbai.


Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Vashu Bhagnani calls making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan with Ali Abbas Zafar his ‘biggest mistake': He didn't understand…
Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff's Bade Miyan Chote Miyan took a strong start at the box office, but later proved to be a box office bomb. Film producer Vashu Bhagnani, in a recent conversation with Ronak Kotecha on his YouTube channel Reviewron, talked about the film's failure and called it a mistake to make the film with Ali Abbas Zafar. Vashu Bhagnani says he regrets making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan with Ali Abbas Zafar. Vashu Bhagnani says Akshay-Tiger's Bade Miyan Chote Miyan was not good In a rapid-fire round, when Vashu was asked about his thoughts on Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Vashu said he wanted to undo the film from his filmography and added, "Bahut acchi film thi pehli waali, Amitabh Bachchan aur Govinda waali. Second waali theek nahi thi (The first one, the one with Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda, was a very good film. The second one wasn't that great)." Vashu Bhagnani calls working with Ali Abbas Zafar a mistake Bade Miyan Chote Miyan was a 1998 film produced by Vashu and directed by David Dhawan. The comedy caper starred Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda. In 2024, the filmmaker used the same title for an action film, directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. Vashu expressed his wish to make Bade Miyan Chote Miyan again with David Dhawan and added, "I made the biggest mistake by making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan Part 2 with Ali Abbas Zafar. He didn't understand the title. We got tired of telling him that this is a comedy film, you can add action, but at least make it an action-comedy. It was such a beautiful brand of mine; people wanted to come to the theatres just because of the title. When I make it again, I'll get Rumi Jaffery ji to write the story, and if David Dhawan ji doesn't direct it, I'll ask him to produce it with me, because his mind works fast when it comes to comedy." About Bade Miyan Chote Miyan The 1998 Bade Miyan Chote Miyan featured Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda in double roles, along with Raveena Tandon, Ramya Krishnan, Anupam Kher, and Paresh Rawal. The film was a massive hit at the box office despite clashing with Karan Johar's Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. The filmmaker wanted to recreate the magic again in 2024 with a film of the same title, starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, along with Prithviraj Sukumaran, Manushi Chhillar, and Alaya F. However, instead of action-comedy, this time it was science-fiction action. The film received mixed-to-negative responses upon release. Made on a budget of ₹350 crore, the film failed to draw audiences after its first day and ended its theatrical run at ₹111.5 crore worldwide.


News18
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vashu Bhagnani Regrets Making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan With Ali Abbas Zafar: 'Made The Biggest Mistake'
Last Updated: Vashu Bhagnani regrets making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan with Ali Abbas Zafar, calling it a mistake and vowing to revive the franchise with David Dhawan's comedic flair. Veteran producer Vashu Bhagnani has opened up about the debacle of his 2024 action film Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, headlined by Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. In a candid conversation with Ronak Kotecha on his YouTube channel Reviewron, Vashu admitted that the film's failure still stings and he considers it a misstep—especially in hindsight of what the original 1998 film achieved. Participating in a rapid-fire round, Vashu didn't mince words when asked for his thoughts on the latest version of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. 'Bahut acchi film thi pehli waali, Amitabh Bachchan aur Govinda waali. Second waali theek nahi thi," he remarked, clearly differentiating the beloved original from its rebooted successor. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the 2024 version aimed to reinvent the title as a high-budget science fiction action film, but failed to click with audiences. Despite a promising opening day, the film's theatrical run fizzled out quickly. Made on a hefty budget of ₹350 crore, it managed to gross only ₹111.5 crore worldwide, earning the unfortunate tag of a box office bomb. Vashu didn't hold back when reflecting on the decision to collaborate with Zafar. 'I made the biggest mistake by making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan Part 2 with Ali Abbas Zafar. He didn't understand the title," he said. 'We got tired of telling him that this is a comedy film. You can add action, but at least make it an action-comedy." The original 1998 Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, directed by David Dhawan, was a riotous double-role comedy starring Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda. Released alongside Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, it still managed to emerge as a box office success, solidifying its place in '90s Bollywood nostalgia. Now, Vashu hopes to redeem the brand with a reboot truer to its roots. 'When I make it again, I'll get Rumi Jaffery ji to write the story. And if David Dhawan ji doesn't direct it, I'll ask him to produce it with me, because his mind works fast when it comes to comedy." While the 2024 version tried to modernize the franchise with a star-studded cast including Prithviraj Sukumaran, Manushi Chhillar, and Alaya F, its detour from comedy to high-octane action proved to be its undoing. Now, all eyes are on what Vashu does next to revive the legacy of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan—with laughter, not lasers. First Published:


Time of India
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vashu Bhagnani admits creating 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' with Ali Abbas Zafar was his 'biggest mistake': 'He didn't understand…'
Producer Vashu Bhagnani called making 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' with Ali Abbas Zafar his 'biggest mistake,' saying the director didn't understand the film's comedic essence. Despite a strong start, the 2024 sci-fi action remake starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff received mixed to negative reviews. Despite a strong opening, 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff ultimately failed at the box office. Producer Vashu Bhagnani , speaking to Ronak Kotecha on Reviewron's YouTube channel, admitted that collaborating with director Ali Abbas Zafar was a misstep contributing to the film's poor performance. Regret Over the Sequel During a rapid-fire interview, Bhagnani was asked about his opinion on 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'. He expressed a desire to erase the film from his body of work, stating, "The first one, the one with Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda, was a very good film. The second one wasn't that great." In 1998, Vashu produced the comedy 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan', directed by David Dhawan and featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda. Decades later, in 2024, he revived the title for a new action-packed film, this time under the direction of Ali Abbas Zafar. Plans to Recreate the Original Magic Vashu expressed his intention to recreate 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' with David Dhawan at the helm. Reflecting on the previous sequel, he admitted, "I made the biggest mistake by making Bade Miyan Chote Miyan Part 2 with Ali Abbas Zafar. He didn't understand the title. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Beachfront Living in Mumbai at Sunteck Beach Residences Sunteck Realty Learn More Undo We got tired of telling him that this is a comedy film, you can add action, but at least make it an action-comedy. It was such a beautiful brand of mine; people wanted to come to the theatres just because of the title. When I make it again, I'll get Rumi Jaffery ji to write the story, and if David Dhawan ji doesn't direct it, I'll ask him to produce it with me, because his mind works fast when it comes to comedy." Original Film's Success vs. Remake's Reception The 1998 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' was a blockbuster comedy featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Govinda in dual roles, supported by a strong cast including Raveena Tandon and Paresh Rawal. Despite releasing alongside 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', it won audiences over. In 2024, the title was revived with Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff leading a sci-fi action film, which, unlike the original's humor, received largely mixed to negative reviews.