The excitement is building for Jigra, one of 2024’s most anticipated films, set to hit cinemas on October 11. The trailer for this Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina starrer has already dropped, and it’s received glowing praise from many in the film industry.
One such admirer is Sujoy Ghosh, the director behind the upcoming film King, who couldn’t help but compliment Alia after watching the trailer.
Sujoy Ghosh Says THIS After Watching Jigra Trailer
On October 2, Ghosh took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express his admiration. He tweeted, “You saw the Jigra trailer? Feels so good to exist in the times of Alia Bhatt.”
you saw the jigra trailer?
feels so good to exist in the times of alia bhatt.— sujoy ghosh (@sujoy_g) October 2, 2024
The reactions to Ghosh’s praise were overwhelmingly positive. Fans expressed their admiration for Alia. One user noted, “The way everyone is in awe of her,” while another said, “A Sujoy Ghosh film starring Alia Bhatt when? It’s not a want; it’s a NEED.”
Another user expressed gratitude for the current era, saying, “Thank you so much, sir, and yes, we are grateful to exist in the same time as Alia Bhatt.”
About The Film
Jigra marks Alia’s first collaboration with director Vasan Bala. This film is also significant as it’s the second project she is producing under her banner, Eternal Sunshine Productions, in partnership with Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions.
The film promises to deliver an action-packed thriller, focusing on the bond between siblings. Alia plays the lead role, while Vedang Raina portrays her brother. Manoj Pahwa also has a notable role, adding to the film’s star-studded lineup.
Alia’s family is also showing their support. Her mother-in-law, Neetu Kapoor, praised the Jigra trailer, calling it “Goosebumps and impactful.” Other industry figures, including Janhvi Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor, and Ananya Panday, took to social media to share their appreciation for the trailer, indicating a strong sense of community and excitement surrounding the film.
About Sujoy Ghosh’s King
Sujoy Ghosh is preparing to kick off filming for King, featuring none other than superstar Shah Rukh Khan.
SRK will be sharing the screen with his daughter, Suhana Khan, for the first time in this action-packed venture. Reports suggest that filming is set to commence in January 2025, with the filmmakers eyeing an Eid 2026 release.
(Also read: Jigra Actress Alia Bhatt Says No Amount Of PR Effort Can Save A BAD Film: ‘If It Works, You Can’t Say…’)
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