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NDTV
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Shah Rukh Khan And Salman Khan's Tiger Vs Pathaan Not Shelved
New Delhi: Reports of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan's upcoming film, Tiger vs Pathaan, being shelved have been doing the rounds on the Internet. This claim comes after Salman confirmed earlier this year that the project is "not happening" at the moment. The movie is a part of the YRF spy universe. Now, NDTV has exclusively learnt that the reports are "false." Industry insiders confirmed that the film is "not shelved." The media portal PeepingMoon, which broke the story of the film being shelved, has also taken it down. YRF's spy universe kicked off with Salman Khan's Ek Tha Tiger (2012), featuring Katrina Kaif. Salman Khan played the character of a RAW agent, Avinash Singh Rathore, code-named Tiger, in the film. He later reprised his role in Tiger Zinda Hai (2017) and Tiger 3 (2023). Shah Rukh Khan, on the other hand, joined the spy world with the blockbuster Pathaan (2023). The movie, directed by Siddharth Anand, also had a special cameo by Salman Khan. Another movie that is a part of this spy genre is Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff's War (2019). The line-up also includes War 2 and Alpha. Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh will share screen space in Alpha. Ahead of Tiger vs Pathaa n, Shah Rukh and Salman Khan have worked in films like Karan Arjun (1995), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) and Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam (2002). Salman Khan was last seen in the AR Murugadoss directorial Sikandar. The action adventure, also starring Pooja Hegde released this year on Eid. The film, however, did not match expectations. Shah Rukh Khan, on the other hand, appeared in the 2023 drama Dunki. He will next be seen in Sujoy Ghosh's King.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Tiger vs Pathaan': Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan starrer being 'reimagined' amidst buzz about spy film being shelved
The much-hyped about film Tiger vs Pathaan , starring Bollywood heavyweights Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan , may not be hitting screens anytime soon, but contrary to speculation, new reports indicate that the film hasn't been shelved entirely. While Salman had earlier remarked that the film was 'not happening' at the moment, new reports suggest that Yash Raj Films (YRF) is in the process of reworking the ambitious spy film rather than abandoning it altogether. According to industry insiders, Aditya Chopra is currently re-evaluating the creative trajectory of the YRF Spy Universe, which began with Ek Tha Tiger in 2012, states a report on PeepingMoon. 'Aditya believes the Spy Universe films are veering toward repetition and need a revitalised approach to storytelling and presentation,' a source said to the entertainment portal. The report further adds that the intention is not to cancel major projects like Tiger vs Pathaan , but to reimagine them. 'The aim is to avoid formula fatigue by infusing fresh direction and innovative storytelling styles,' the source told the portal. Although fans have been eagerly awaiting the crossover clash between Salman's RAW agent Tiger and Shah Rukh's Pathaan, introduced in the 2023 blockbuster, there has been no official statement regarding the film's status. The Spy Universe also includes Hrithik Roshan 's Kabir in the WAR franchise and Alia Bhatt 's 'Alpha', which are slated to release in the months ahead. Meanwhile, SRK is currently busy with his other work commitments, currently filming the action film 'King'. The movie will see SRK sharing the screen with his daughter Suhana Khan . While this is not her debut
The Hindu
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
YRF hits pause on ‘Tiger vs Pathaan' as spy universe shifts focus to ‘Dhoom 4'
Yash Raj Films' much-hyped crossover Tiger vs Pathaan, starring Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, has reportedly been put on hold. While fans have awaited the face-off between the two super spies, a new report suggests that YRF head Aditya Chopra is pressing pause to rethink the creative direction of the spy universe. According to a report by Peepingmoon, Chopra believes the franchise is at risk of becoming formulaic. 'Aditya believes the spy universe films are veering towards repetition and needs a revitalised approach to storytelling and presentation,' the outlet reported. The goal, it said, is to rework the creative strategy to avoid 'formula fatigue' and keep the audience engaged with fresh ideas and innovative storytelling. This development follows rumours of Tiger vs Pathaan being shelved altogether, although no official confirmation has come from YRF. At the same time, Chopra appears to be shifting focus toward other big-ticket projects. News18 previously reported that YRF is now prioritising Dhoom 4, with Ranbir Kapoor set to headline the reboot. Chopra is said to be heavily involved in shaping the story alongside writer Shridhar Raghavan. Sources say the character is being tailored to Kapoor's screen persona and the film will be stylistically distinct from previous spy universe titles. Ayan Mukerji is reportedly in talks to direct Dhoom 4, which could begin production by April 2026. Meanwhile, the YRF Spy Universe continues to expand. War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, is slated for release on August 14, 2025. Roshan reprises his role as Kabir, while Jr NTR makes his Bollywood debut. Following that is Alpha, headlined by Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, and Bobby Deol, set to hit cinemas on December 25, 2025.
News18
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan's Tiger Vs Pathaan Shelved? Here's What We Know
Last Updated: Aditya Chopra has yet to address the rumours surrounding the film. Salman Khan's Tiger and Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan are among the most loved characters in their filmographies. As such, fans were excited to learn that Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan's spy universes will collide once again in YRF's Tiger vs Pathaan. However, there have been no updates about the film ever since Salman Khan previously told us that it has been put on hold. This has led to speculation about the film being shelved. Earlier this year, during a conversation with News18 Showsha, Salman Khan spilt the beans on the Yash Raj Films spy universe movie. Salman mentioned that his film with Shah Rukh Khan is 'not happening for now". There were also rumours that the film has been put on hold as Aditya Chopra wants to revamp the spy-verse. However, it is important to note that no official statement has been released on the matter. Meanwhile, Aditya Chopra and YRF are currently focusing on Ranbir Kapoor's Dhoom 4. According to a Pinkvilla report, Aditya Chopra and writer Shridhar Raghavan will finalise the script for Dhoom 4 soon. 'Aditya Chopra has been closely involved in developing the story and screenplay of Dhoom 4 with Shridhar Raghavan. They are currently working on the story draft that's worthy of the hype around the reboot with Dhoom 4," a source told the publication. The source also mentioned that Ranbir Kapoor is equally excited to be a part of the franchise. 'Ranbir is the apt choice for Dhoom 4, and the character is also designed keeping his aura and personality in mind. The new Dhoom film is being designed keeping the global action standards in mind, and the visual palette, as also storytelling, will be very different from the already established YRF Spy Universe," the source mentioned. As per the report, the makers want to take the film on floors in April 2026. Currently, Ayan Mukerji is in talks about directing the film. Interestingly, Ayan is also helming Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's War 2. The film will also star Kiara Advani and will be released in theatres soon. YRF is also focusing on Alia Bhatt's Alpha. The film will also star Sharvari and Bobby Deol. First Published:
News18
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
YRF Pauses Salman Khan-SRK Tiger VS Pathaan As Spy Franchise Undergoes Revamp: Report
Last Updated: YRF paused Tiger vs Pathaan to explore new ideas. Aditya Chopra is re-evaluating the spy universe, says reports. It looks like Tiger vs Pathaan may not take off anytime soon. A new buzz suggests that YRF has temporarily paused the much-awaited face-off between Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. While some whispers hint at the film being shelved, reports clarify that producer Aditya Chopra is actually exploring fresh creative directions. He's said to be in talks with multiple directors to reimagine the film's approach, hoping to give the spy universe an exciting new twist. A Peepingmoon report said, 'Aditya believes the spy universe films are veering towards repetition and needs a revitalised approach to storytelling and presentation. So he is re-evaluating the roadmap and making significant changes to future plans." Adding to the speculation, the report also mentioned that the goal behind this pause is to avoid 'formula fatigue." YRF is aiming for a fresh take—one that breaks the usual pattern and brings in new storytelling styles and perspectives. The team reportedly wants Tiger vs Pathaan to stand out. Meanwhile, earlier this year, during a conversation with News18 Showsha, Salman Khan had spilt the beans on the Yash Raj Films spy universe movie. Salman mentioned that his film with Shah Rukh Khan is 'not happening for now". There were also rumours that the film has been put on hold as Aditya Chopra wants to revamp the spy-verse. However, it is important to note that no official statement has been released on the matter. On the other hand, Aditya Chopra and YRF are currently focusing on Ranbir Kapoor's Dhoom 4. According to a Pinkvilla report, Aditya Chopra and writer Shridhar Raghavan will finalise the script for Dhoom 4 soon. 'Aditya Chopra has been closely involved in developing the story and screenplay of Dhoom 4 with Shridhar Raghavan. They are currently working on the story draft that's worthy of the hype around the reboot with Dhoom 4," a source told the publication. The source also mentioned that Ranbir Kapoor is equally excited to be a part of the franchise. 'Ranbir is the apt choice for Dhoom 4, and the character is also designed keeping his aura and personality in mind. The new Dhoom film is being designed keeping the global action standards in mind, and the visual palette, as also storytelling, will be very different from the already established YRF Spy Universe," the source mentioned. The team is eyeing April 2026 to begin filming Tiger vs Pathaan. While things are still being finalised, Ayan Mukerji is currently in talks to direct the much-awaited face-off between Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. Interestingly, Ayan is also busy with War 2, which stars Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, alongside Kiara Advani. Meanwhile, YRF is juggling multiple big projects, including Alpha, led by Alia Bhatt, with Sharvari and Bobby Deol also playing key roles. First Published:
