Zeeshan Ayyub SLAMS Raanjhanaa's AI Ending With His 'Zaleel' Scene: 'Socha Sue Kardoonga'

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Previously, Dhanush also mentioned that he didn't approve of the new AI ending.
Raanjhanaa AI Ending: Aanand L Rai's 2013 film Raanjhanaa, starring Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor, was recently re-released in cinemas with a modified AI ending. The film's 'happy' ending, also re-released in Tamil as Ambikapathy, drew criticism from both Aanand and Dhanush, and now, Zeeshan Ayyub has also expressed his disappointment. Zeeshan plays a key character in the film and is seen in the AI ending of the film.
In a conversation with Digital Commentary, he said, 'Mere hisaab se bhut kharab baat hai. I totally disagree. Ek duniya hoti hai, ek khaanikaar bethke bunta hai. I think Raanjhanaa ki khoobsurti yeh thi ki vo jo aapko ek pain aur satisfaction milta hai, voh pyaar main jo akhiri mukaam ki baat hoti hai, apni maut main pahunch jaana aur itna pyaara tha ki usse jaane diya. Voh khoobsurti nahi cheenani chahiye. Aapne film ka saar badal diya, cheen liya."
He added, 'Aapne audience se ek bhut important emotion cheen liya. Mujhe toh gussa bhi aaya, maine socha sue kardunga yaar. Le deke humari itni to izzat hoti hai ki acting achhi hoti hai, usmein jo mera shot inhone AI se karaya hai, itna zaleel hone waala shot hai voh, mera dil beth gaya. Main kabhi aise aansun puchte hue nahi rounga."
Dhanush Objected To The New AI Ending
Previously, Dhanush also mentioned that he didn't approve of the new AI ending. He said, 'The re-release of 'Raanjhanaa' with an AI-altered climax has completely disturbed me. This alternate ending has stripped the film of its very soul, and the concerned parties went ahead with it despite my clear objection."
He added, 'This is not the film I committed to 12 years ago. The use of AI to alter films or content is a deeply concerning precedent for both art and artists. It threatens the integrity of storytelling and the legacy of cinema. I sincerely hope that stricter regulations are put in place to prevent such practices in the future."
Eros Defends Their AI-Altered Version
Eros International Media Limited issued a statement addressing the public criticism regarding the AI-modified ending of Raanjhanaa. Eros defended the AI-altered ending as a 'lawful and creative reinterpretation, not a replacement'. They clarified that the original Raanjhanaa remains untouched and available across all platforms, and this version is part of a long-standing tradition in cinema involving alternate edits, localised adaptations, and anniversary re-releases.
What Is The New AI Ending Of Raanjhanaa?
For the unversed, in the original Raanjhanaa, Dhanush's character Kundan dies after being shot, with Zoya (Sonam Kapoor) by his side. In the new AI version, Kundan survives and wakes up in the hospital as Bindiya (Swara Bhasker) and Murari (Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub) tear up in joy.
The AI edit has already caused tension between director Aanand L. Rai and production house Eros. While the studio defended the changes and claimed rights to the content, Rai has publicly said the decision was made without his consent — and warned that it sets a 'dangerous precedent." Eros also accused Rai of using Raanjhanaa's IP in his upcoming film Tere Ishk Mein, further fuelling the dispute.
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August 13, 2025, 17:25 IST
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