Thu. Mar 28th, 2024

The hit duo of director-actor, Priyadarshan, and Akshay Kumar will be reuniting next year, albeit in a different manner. Ditching acting, this time Akshay is going to produce a film, directed by Priyadarshan.

In a report from Mid-Day, Priyadarshan had stated that the film was to start in December this year. Now though, it will start its shoot next year in July or August. The pandemic forced them to shift its shooting dates. Although The film will be a comedy and as of yet is untitled.

Recently only Akshay gave a green light to the film’s final draft, confirmed Priyadarshan. When asked as to why they  haven’t worked together for such a long time, the director said :

“All these years, I was afraid whether I had the right subject to approach him. His doors were always open for me, but I did not go to him. He is still the same, constantly in search of good content. I have had bitter experiences in Bollywood where I have found it difficult to [reach out to] certain stars. After doing so many films, I don’t want to beg stars to work with me. I would rather work with people who like to team up with me.”

In an interview last year, Priyadarshan had revealed how apart from Mohanlal, Akshay is the only actor he is extremely comfortable working with. Describing their relationship as one built on trust, he had said the following about Akshay :

“He trusts me so much that I make sure it works. That trust works well for us.”

Currently, Akshay is busy shooting for his next film Bell Bottom in Scotland, while Priyadarshan is completing the shoot of Hungama 2.

The actor and director have collaborated on iconic comedy films such as Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Garam Masala, Bhagam Bhag, and De Dana Dan. 

Well, it will be interesting to see what they will bring to the screens after working as a director and actor. Surely, the kings of comedy will make a wholesome entertainer.

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