When Bobby Deol asked about shooting location for Thalapahy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan'
Bobby Deol
's career has been riding a remarkable high ever since his menacing turn as the mute antagonist Abrar Haque in
Sandeep Reddy Vanga
's Animal (2023). The film not only emerged as one of the year's biggest blockbusters but also reintroduced Bobby to audiences as a scene-stealing performer with a magnetic screen presence.
His intense portrayal sparked a wave of appreciation, with fans and filmmakers alike clamouring to see him in more challenging roles.
Now, the actor is set to share screen space with one of Indian cinema's biggest icons
Thalapathy Vijay
in the Tamil superstar's swan song, Jana Nayagan. Deol junior during his conversation with Faridoon Shahryar recently, sharing an anecdote the actor said 'When I asked where we'd be shooting the film, I was told it would all be in the studios because the moment Thalapathy Vijay steps out anywhere, crowds just keep swelling and then getting any work done would be impossible'.
Slated for a grand Pongal release, Jana Nayagan marks an emotional milestone in Vijay's career, as it will be his final film before stepping away from acting to focus on his political journey. Directed by H. Vinoth, the film also stars
Pooja Hegde
, Gautham Vasudev Menon,
Prakash Raj
, Priyamani, and Narain, with music composed by Anirudh Ravichander. The teaser, released in June, showcased Vijay in a commanding cop avatar, setting off a wave of excitement among his fans.
For Bobby, Jana Nayagan is another opportunity to build on the momentum he gained post-Animal. Before 2023, his career trajectory had been uneven, with sporadic appearances in films and web series. But Abrar Haque's role changed everything—turning him into a pop culture phenomenon, inspiring memes, fan edits, and a fresh wave of admiration that transcended generations. The sheer physicality and silent menace he brought to the part reminded audiences of his range and versatility, paving the way for big-ticket projects across multiple industries.
Post Jana Nayagan, Bobby also has
Anurag Kashyap
's Bandar which will be premiered at Toronto International Film Festival and in an recent interview
John Abraham
who had a chance to see the film was all praises for the Deol Junior. Bobby also has Alpha with
Alia Bhatt
and Sharvari , the newest addition to YRF Spy Universe after Tiger and Pathan.
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