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India.com
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
‘Raju Loves Drama With Comedy': Aamir Khan Opens Up On Teaming With Rajkumar Hirani For Dadasaheb Phalke Biopic
New Delhi: After the success of Sitaare Zameen Par, Aamir Khan has opened up about his upcoming collaboration with director Rajkumar Hirani for a biopic on the legendary filmmaker Dadasaheb Phalke. Following the historic success of 3 Idiots and PK, this marks the third collaboration between Aamir and Hirani. Both previous films were widely praised for their clever humor, emotional storytelling, and strong narratives hallmarks of the Aamir-Hirani combo. In a recent interview, when asked whether humor would also be a part of the Phalke biopic, Aamir said: 'I think Raju and Abhijat [Joshi, writer] have a special leaning towards comedy — and so do I. All three of us really like humour, and I think that's the genre Raju enjoys most: drama with humour. So this will probably fall into the same space.' Filming for the project is expected to begin in October 2025. Aamir Khan will start preparations soon after the release of Sitaare Zameen Par. To authentically capture the era in which the story is set, VFX studios based in Los Angeles have developed AI-driven visual references. The script — in development for over four years — has been written by Rajkumar Hirani, Abhijat Joshi, Hindukush Bharadwaj, and Avishkar Bharadwaj.
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Aamir Khan is ‘Honoured' to do Dadasaheb Phalke with Rajkumar Hirani: Says, ‘It's drama with comedy'
Earlier in the year, Pinkvilla was the first to report that after the historic success of 3 Idiots and PK, Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani are teaming up for the third time. Soon after, they made the collaboration official, confirming that the film will be a biopic of Dadasaheb Phalke and announced a Christmas 2026 release. Ever since, there is a tremendous anticipation to know more on the feature film. In an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, celebrating the success of Sitaare Zameen Par, we asked Aamir Khan to share an update on the reunion with Rajkumar Hirani. Aamir Khan confirmed that the film will go on floors in the last quarter of 2025 and the prep-work is currently underway. 'I think, Phalke is a huge challenge. Again, it's not a regular mainstream film loaded with action and set pieces. It is the story of a man, who did things that no one could even imagine back in the day. He was way ahead, he was an adventurer, he was a person who was full of life, and excitement about something he wanted to do. It is one man's journey on an adventure, which even he does not know about. It will be a great honour for Raju and me to make a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke,' Aamir shared. Be it 3 Idiots or PK, all the collaborations of Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani have been laced with strong undertones of comedy. Will we get to see humour in Phalke too? Aamir answered, 'I think, Raju and Abhijat (Joshi, writer) have special leaning towards comedy and so do I. All 3 of us really like humour and I think that's the genre which Raju likes to work in – drama with humour. So, this will also probably fall into the same genre.' Talking of Sitaare Zameen Par, the film is headed to make an entry in the Rs 100 crore club on its 9th day, and is a theatrical success. The RS Prassana directorial will consolidate its run with a clean hit tag once it tops the Rs 150 crore mark at the Indian Box Office, which should happen in the third weekend. Meanwhile, don't forget to watch the full interaction with Aamir Khan, wherein we spoke about his next with Lokesh Kanagaraj, Lahore 1947, Pritam Pyaare, Mahabharata, Sitaare Zameen Par's success and a lot more.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Rajkumar Hirani, Shoojit Sircar, Others Confirmed To Direct My Melbourne Sequel
Last Updated: The project aims to strengthen ties between India and Australia through the powerful medium of cinema. After the success and critical acclaim of My Melbourne, the Indo-Australian film project is all set to return with its second official instalment. Produced by Mind Blowing Films and presented by the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, the project continues its mission to celebrate cultural diversity and strengthen ties between India and Australia through the powerful medium of cinema. The first edition of My Melbourne, released in March 2025 across India and Australia, brought together four visionary filmmakers — Rima Das, Onir, Imtiaz Ali, and Kabir Khan — to craft stories around identity, gender, race, sexuality, and disability. The film stood as a one-of-a-kind collaboration that bridged cultures while showcasing meaningful narratives that resonated globally and won the best film at the UK Asian Film Festival. Now, the much-anticipated second chapter has been officially announced, bringing together another iconic slate of filmmakers. Rajkumar Hirani, Anjali Menon, Shoojit Sircar and returning director Onir are all set to helm. Mitu Bhowmick Lange, CEO of Mind Blowing Films and the creative force behind the project, shared, 'The success of My Melbourne has been overwhelming and deeply fulfilling. It has proven that stories told with authenticity and heart can transcend borders. We are honoured to have some of the most acclaimed filmmakers of Indian cinema lend their voice and vision to the second edition. This project continues to be a celebration of inclusivity, collaboration and creativity between India and Australia. The project has allowed us to work with emerging creatives from underrepresented communities." Rajkumar Hirani, known for some of India's most beloved and socially conscious films, said, 'I am truly excited to be part of a project that uses cinema to explore diverse human experiences while connecting two vibrant cultures. My Melbourne offers a rare opportunity to tell a story that is intimate, universal, and culturally resonant." Anjali Menon, celebrated for her sensitive and layered storytelling, added, 'The themes and intention behind My Melbourne align deeply with the kind of stories I love to tell — ones that build empathy and bring people closer. I'm thrilled to collaborate on this journey of storytelling across continents." Shoojit Sircar, known for his thought-provoking narratives, said, 'Storytelling knows no boundaries. My Melbourne is a meaningful initiative that reminds us how stories rooted in local contexts can have global significance. I'm grateful to be part of this cross-cultural cinematic dialogue. Returning director Onir, whose contribution to the first edition was widely appreciated, shared, 'Coming back for the second chapter of My Melbourne is like returning to a story that's still unfolding. The opportunity to work with new themes and voices, while continuing a journey I deeply believe in, is truly rewarding." With this powerhouse lineup, My Melbourne is poised to deliver yet another chapter of emotionally powerful, culturally rich, and socially relevant stories, further deepening the artistic and diplomatic connection between India and Australia. First Published:
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Rajkumar Hirani, Shoojit Sircar, Anjali Menon and Onir come together for the second Instalment of My Melbourne
Rajkumar Hirani, Shoojit Sircar, Anjali Menon and Onir are set to come together to make films for the second instalment of My Melbourne. The first part of the Indo-Australian anthology film project released earlier this year in March and featured films made by Rima Das, Onir, Imtiaz Ali and Kabir Khan on topics of identity, gender, race, sexuality and disability. Speaking on the announcement, Mitu Bhowmick Lange, CEO of Mind Blowing Films and the creative force behind the project, said in a press release, "The success of My Melbourne has been overwhelming and deeply fulfilling. It has proven that stories told with authenticity and heart can transcend borders. We are honoured to have some of the most acclaimed filmmakers of Indian cinema lend their voice and vision to the second edition. This project continues to be a celebration of inclusivity, collaboration and creativity between India and Australia's the project has given us the opportunity to work with emerging creatives from under represented communities.' Rajkumar added, "I am truly excited to be part of a project that uses cinema to explore diverse human experiences while connecting two vibrant cultures. My Melbourne offers a rare opportunity to tell a story that is intimate, universal, and culturally resonant.' Anjali spoke of the anthology and said, "The themes and intention behind My Melbourne align deeply with the kind of stories I love to tell — ones that build empathy and bring people closer. I'm thrilled to collaborate on this journey of storytelling across continents.'
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Latest work of an actor should be his best: Abhishek Bachchan
Filmmakers Rajkumar Hirani, Shoojit Sircar, Anjali Menon, and Onir are collaborating on the second installment of "My Melbourne," an Indo-Australian anthology film project. Produced by Mind Blowing Films and presented by the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, the project aims to celebrate cultural diversity and strengthen India-Australia ties through cinema, following the success of the inaugural edition released in March 2025.
