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Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
'The love Bajrangi Bhaijaan gets even today proves that humanity exists'
Kabir Khan 's Bajrangi Bhaijaan , which featured Salman Khan in one of his most endearing roles, recently clocked 10 years. It tells the story of a kind-hearted man who embarks on a journey to reunite a mute Pakistani girl with her family across the border. The film struck an emotional chord with audiences worldwide, with people often asking the director about a sequel to the film. 'Discussions about Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2 keep happening' Kabir is often asked about a possible sequel to the movie. He says, 'At a time when people are objecting to anything and everything, the kind of love the film gets even today, proves that deep down humanity exists. We got the timing of the film right, which is why it resonated with people. Of course, Salman and I have discussed Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2, but we don't want to make a sequel just for the sake of it; when it happens, it will be done well. ' '2000 girls were auditioned for the role of Munni' Recalling the casting process for Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Kabir tells us, 'I knew if we didn't find the right Munni, the film wouldn't stand, so 2000 girls were auditioned, of which 10 were finalised. Shooting with children isn't easy, so we had a 10-day workshop. She also had to have the stamina to shoot a six-month-long film in places like Kashmir and Rajasthan . That's how we finalised Harshaali Malhotra , who met all requirements.' 'I was apprehensive about approaching Kareena because of the length of her role' Speaking of how Salman and Kareena Kapoor Khan came on board, he shares, 'Salman and I had just delivered a big action film, Ek Tha Tiger, and conventional wisdom says one must repeat what is successful. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo But for me, Bajrangi was always Salman, and when I narrated the script, he felt strongly about the political angle and jumped on it. His love for children came across in the film, and it became his first production. I was apprehensive about approaching Kareena because the length of her role was less. Her character was the voice of reason, and I asked her to hear the entire script. By the end of the narration, she had tears in her eyes.' ' Nawazuddin Siddiqui 's Chand Nawab was inspired by a Pakistani journalist' Kabir says that Nawazuddin Siddiqui's character Chand Nawab was directly inspired by Pakistani journalist Chand Nawab. The real Chand Nawab became famous after a video of him went viral in 2008, where he was seen struggling to deliver a news report at a crowded railway station in Karachi. Kabir says, 'I had worked with Nawaz in New York and couldn't find an appropriate role for him in Ek Tha Tiger. So, when we were casting for Chand Nawab, I just showed him the viral video and he fell off his chair laughing, saying he would do the film. ' 'The police had to take Salman out of Chandni Chowk' The film's locations in Kashmir and Rajasthan are now famous as 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan points'. The director recalls, 'I love shooting in real locations. I tried shooting with Salman in Chandni Chowk, but a senior police officer told me that 20,000 people had gathered there. A decoy car with police had to take Salman out of Chandni Chowk. Reaching Munni's village, which was in Aru, involved an hour's trek for the cast and crew every day with all our camera equipment. Today, all those locations are known as Bajrangi Bhaijaan points. We would organise Kashmiri food feasts every 10-12 days and take days off so the team could travel and explore Kashmir. Even today, I regularly travel to Kashmir.' 'Munni's only dialogue in the film wasn't clear' Recalling some challenging moments Kabir adds, 'We had to scout for a dargah to shoot 'Bhar Do Jholi' an important qawwali in the film. Getting Adnan Sami on board was Salman's idea and in the end everything worked out well. Later, after we shot the climax with Harshaali and were working on the sound mixing, which had to be delivered the next morning, suddenly we realised the words 'mama' -Munni's only dialogue in the film wasn't clear. We called two security guards to test it and they couldn't understand what Harshaali was saying. My daughter Sairah was around the same age, so I woke her up from her sleep, took her to the studio and got her to record Munnai crying out 'mama' that's how the film got delivered in time."
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Salman Khan shares unseen pictures from Bajrangi Bhaijaan with Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kabir Khan as the film celebrates 10 years of release; fans call it his ‘best movie till date'
Salman Khan has treated his fans to some unseen behind-the-scenes pictures from his 2015 film ' Bajrangi Bhaijaan ', as the movie completed a remarkable 10 years since its release. Kabir Khan , Kareena Kapoor Khan , and Harshaali Malhotra can be seen sharing precious moments with Salman in the nostalgic images. Check out the post here: Salman Khan shared rare pics from 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' shooting set On July 17, Salman took to his Instagram account to share a series of photos from the film's sets, captioning the post '#10YearsOfBajrangiBhaijaan.' He also tagged the director and the actress while sharing the pictures. 10 years of 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan': Kabir Khan Shares Healing BTS Moments The first photo featured Salman carrying Harshaali Malhotra, who portrayed the beloved Munni, while Kabir Khan posed with them. In the next image, Kareena Kapoor, Kabir, and others were seen striking a pose in front of the Red Fort. The final photo showcased the Sikandar actor with the filmmaker as they prepared for a shot. Social media reaction The post quickly gained traction online, drawing emotional reactions from fans and a chorus of requests for a sequel. One fan commented, 'Sabse best movie aapki ❤ aaj tak ki Bajrangi Bhaijaan! Love you Bhaijaan.' Another eagerly asked, 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2 announcement when?' A fan of the Tiger 3 actor wrote, 'Best movie till date, watched it so many times. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why seniors are rushing to get this Internet box – here's why! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Still not over it. ❤️' Another responded, 'Waqt ka pata hi nahi chala, 10 saal bhi ho gaye is movie ke 🥹. ' 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' was directed by Kabir Khan and praised for its emotionally resonant narrative and powerful performances. It also featured Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Om Puri, and Rajesh Sharma in key roles. Kabir Khan talks about panning a sequel for 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' Kabir Khan recently addressed speculation regarding a second part of the film. 'We have definitely spoken about Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2. In today's day and age, when all franchises are doing well, we are being careful about Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2, as we don't want to make a sequel to the most popular film of the last two decades just for the sake of it,' he explained in an interview with Pinkvilla. Salman Khan's upcoming movie Salman Khan is currently gearing up for his next film, 'Battle of Galwan'.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
10 Years Of Bajrangi Bhaijaan: Salman Khan Drops Unseen Pics With Munni, Kareena; Fans Demand Sequel
The pictures, posted on Salman's Instagram, feature heartwarming moments with child actor Harshaali Malhotra, who played the mute Munni, co-star Kareena Kapoor and Kabir Khan. Salman Khan's Bajrangi Bhaijaan continues to hold a special place in the hearts of fans, even a decade after its release. On Thursday, the actor celebrated the 10th anniversary of the blockbuster film by sharing a series of unseen photos from the sets, leaving fans nostalgic and hopeful for a sequel. The pictures, posted on Salman's Instagram, feature heartwarming moments with child actor Harshaali Malhotra, who played the mute Munni, co-star Kareena Kapoor Khan, and director Kabir Khan. One image shows Salman carrying Harshaali on his back, recreating one of the film's most iconic visuals. Another frame captures a candid moment between Salman, Kareena, and Kabir outside Delhi's Red Fort, while the third image offers a glimpse of Salman deep in discussion with the director during filming. Captioning the post, Salman wrote, '#10YearsOfBajrangiBhaijaan @kabirkhankk @kareenakapoorkhan @nawazuddin._siddiqui @harshaalimalhotra_03 @skfilmsofficial." (sic) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Salman Khan (@beingsalmankhan) The post has gone viral, with fans flooding the comments section with emotional tributes to the film and demanding a sequel. One fan wrote, 'Sabse best movie aapki ❤ aajtak ki Bajrangi Bhaijaan..! Love you bhaijaan." Another added, 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2 announcement when?" Some called it 'a once in a lifetime masterpiece" and 'a decade of cinematic perfection." Directed by Kabir Khan, Bajrangi Bhaijaan was released in 2015 and became an instant success for its emotional storytelling, powerful performances, and heartwarming message of unity and humanity. The film followed the journey of a kind-hearted man, Pavan (Salman Khan), who helps reunite a lost mute Pakistani girl, Munni, with her family across the border. It also starred Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Om Puri, and Rajesh Sharma in pivotal roles. In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, Kabir Khan confirmed that talks for a sequel are underway. 'We have definitely spoken about Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2. In today's day and age, when all franchises are doing well, we are being careful about Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2, as we don't want to make a sequel to the most popular film of the last two decades for the sake of it," he said. Kabir stressed that both he and Salman are committed to finding the right story before greenlighting the project. The update has reignited excitement among fans who have been hoping for a continuation of Pavan and Munni's story for years. Meanwhile, Salman Khan is currently prepping for his next big project, Battle of Galwan. He was last seen in Tiger 3 and continues to juggle multiple projects, including discussions for Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2 and other franchise films. First Published: July 17, 2025, 22:43 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
6 days ago
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- News18
Kabir Khan BREAKS Silence On Salman Khan's Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2: 'It Might Feature...'
Kabir Khan said that it would be foolish not to explore a possible franchise. Kabir Khan's directorial venture, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, has clocked 10 years. The film remains a cult favourite in Salman Khan 's filmography, but will it get a sequel? In a recent chat with SCREEN, Kabir Khan addressed speculation about a possible Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2. While Kabir confirmed that he and Salman Khan have spoken about a sequel, the filmmaker clarified that it will only happen once they have the right script. Kabir Khan said, 'There's a lot of pressure to make sequels to my films, especially something like Bajrangi Bhaijaan, which is obviously one of the most loved films of the last 10–20 years. So yes, we're exploring it. " He added. 'Salman and I are very clear about one thing, and I'm really happy we're in sync on this, we know what this film means in the public consciousness. We know the kind of love it has. It's become a kind of cult film." Kabir Khan mentioned, 'And look, in this day and age, every other franchise is being milked. Just use the name and it sells. It would be foolish not to explore what's possibly one of the biggest franchises. But we are very clear: we won't do it for the wrong reasons. We'll only make a sequel if the story excites us the way the first one did." 'Otherwise, I'd rather let it stay as a beautiful memory in people's minds than risk tainting its legacy. I don't want people to say, 'They just made this to cash in.' That would be painful. But having said that, both Salman and I keep racking our brains, what could be a worthy successor to Bajrangi? It might feature the same characters moving forward. Or it might just be a spiritual sequel: same tone, different story," Kabir Khan said. When pointed out that the film nailed the balance between entertainment and politics, the filmmaker said, 'Yeah. That's always been the challenge. To make a film that's entertaining at face value, and for those who get it, it has a deeper political meaning. Bajrangi got that balance right." In the same chat, Kabir Khan hinted that he planned a re-release of the film for its 10th anniversary, but it has yet to happen. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Bajrangi Bhaijaan turns 10: Kabir Khan remembers film with special post, says it 'didnt just entertain, it healed'
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 17 (ANI): It's been ten years since 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' first hit the big screen, and the film still holds a special place in the hearts of many. To mark this special day, director Kabir Khan took to his Instagram account to share behind-the-scenes photos from the film's shoot, along with an emotional note reflecting on its legacy. The photos, taken during the film's shoot across various scenic locations, brought back memories of a movie that moved audiences with its story of love, kindness, and hope. Kabir, in his caption, wrote, "Happy Bajrangi Day! It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since Bajrangi Bhaijaan first found its way into people's hearts. Over the last decade, I have been totally overwhelmed by the love this film continues to receive all over the world. We set out to tell a story of love and hope in a world that sometimes forgets these emotions." "To this day, I meet people who tell me how this film makes them laugh and cry every time they see it. And that, to me, is the real reward - knowing that Bajrangi didn't just entertain, it healed," the filmmaker added. Soon after Kabir posted the images, fans chimed in the comment section in no time. "Feels like yesterday," wrote one fan. Another commented, "One of the best films I have ever watched in my life. Hats off to you and the entire team." While a third user added, "Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2 - release it quickly! It's impossible to wait." 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan,' which released in 2015, starred Salman Khan, Harshaali Malhotra, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The film followed the journey of Pawan, a kind-hearted Indian man who takes it upon himself to reunite a lost mute Pakistani girl with her family across the border. The film was a massive hit at the box office and became one of the most loved films of the decade. (ANI)
