Not too long ago, we had reported that Anurag Basu is planning to take forward the franchise of Life In A Metro. Created in the form of anthology with over four stories connected with one another, the film dealt with the complex web of relationships set against the backdrop of an urban lifestyle. The sequel to this unconventional film was supposed to feature Rajkummar Rao along with Parineeti Chopra, Taapsee Pannu amongst others. The latest update on that front is that Taapsee has been replaced by Fatima Sana Shaikh.
The reason of replacement is said to be due to date issues. Apparently, Taapsee Pannu was facing date issues with her other work commitments which led to her exit. As a result of it, Fatima Sana Shaikh is expected to have come on board. Sources close to the development said, “Dates were a major conflict and that is the reason why Anurag Basu had to look out for different option for the lead. And lucky for him, he had already spoken to Fatima in the past. So, when dates did become an issue, it was an easy fix for him this time around.”
The untitled film, however, is expected to follow a completely different plotline compared to Life In A Metro. But this film too is said to have an extensive cast with actors like Saif Ali Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Sonakshi Sinha, Isshan Khattar in prominent roles. The yet to be titled film is supposed to go on floor by the end of the year.
It looks like Aishwarya Rai is not having a good time in Bollywood, as two of her previous movies Jazbaa and Fanney Khan were average films at the box office. And now it looks like in her upcoming film (where she had to play the role of a police officer), she will be replaced by Taapsee Pannu. Yes, Aishwarya Rai was offered to star in producer Shailesh R Singh’s next alongside her husband Abhishek Bachchan, and the actress had not signed on the dotted line yet. However, the movie did not go on floors for some reason and Abhishek Bachchan had recently stated that the project is not happening.
But, the latest reports are suggesting that the film-makers are once again re-working on the script and have contacted Taapsee Pannu to star in the cop-drama by replacing Aishwarya Rai. However, it is reported that Taapsee Pannu has not given her nod to star in the movie yet, as the script narration is yet to happen due to the re-working of the entire script.
Here comes the trailer of Anurag Kashyap’s much-anticipated film Manmarziyaan. The three-minute-long clip shows the complex love story of the lead stars – Abhishek Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu and Vicky Kaushal. The ‘Pink’ star plays the role of a fun Punjabi girl Rumi, who is confused between her first love (Vicky) and the man she marries (Robbie).
The trailer opens with Rumi and Vicky’s amazing chemistry as the two are head-over-heels in love with each other. Robbie (Abhishek) makes an appearance in the trailer when Rumi asks Vicky if he intends to marry her. Then begins the confusion in the lives of the pivotal characters.
The ‘Housefull 3’ star took to social media to share the trailer, writing, “Here you go.. #Manmarziyaan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ToxnuakJrqE.@KanikaDhillon @taapsee @vickykaushal09 @aanandlrai @anuragkashyap72 @FuhSePhantom @cypplOfficial @ItsAmitTrivedi #TakeTwo”
‘Manmarziyaan’ will see Abhishek return to the big screen after a gap of two years as he was last seen in the 2016 rom-com ‘Housefull 3’. The flick will hit the big screens on September 14.
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap’s upcoming directorial “Manmarziyaan” will hit the screens on September 21. Filmmaker Aanand L. Rai, who is presenting the movie, announced the release date on Friday on Twitter.
He shared a colourful poster of the film and captioned it: “‘I don’t want to die without a few scars’! This is how I define Anurag Kashyap and his brilliant actors on the journey of ‘Manmarziyaan’, Abhishek Bachchan, Vicky Kaushal and Taapsee Pannu! On September 21, meet the guts.”
The film stars Abhishek Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu and Vicky Kaushal, who too shared the same poster. This is the first time Abhishek is collaborating with Taapsee and Vicky for a project. Taapsee captioned it: “An ‘insane’ ride is about to begin…’Manmarziyaan’”
Vicky wrote: “Fri-nally humara Friday aa gaya (Finally, our Friday has come)! ‘Manmarziyaan’ releasing September 21.” In an earlier interview to IANS, Taapsee had said “Manmarziyaan” is a beautiful mix of the different worlds of filmmakers Rai and Kashyap.