Shoojit Sircar shares an IMPORTANT update about his upcoming film with Abhishek Bachchan

    On the occasion of Father’s Day, filmmaker Shoojit Sircar took to social media and shared a glimpse of his film with Abhishek Bachchan

    Shoojit Sircar shares an IMPORTANT update about his film with Abhishek Bachchan

    Shoojit Sircar shares an IMPORTANT update about his film with Abhishek Bachchan

    On the occasion of Father’s Day, filmmaker Shoojit Sircar took to social media and shared a glimpse of his film with Abhishek Bachchan. A few days back, Bollywood filmmaker had spoken about his next film. For the unversed, the filmmaker said that, the said film will be a ‘slice of life’ and will have Abhishek Bachchan as the leading man. Today, on the occasion of Father’s Day, Shoojit Sircar shared more details about the film.

    Shoojit Sircar took to social media from the handle of his production house ‘Rising Sun Films’ and shared more details about the aforementioned film. The video clip was captioned as, ‘This #FathersDay, cherish the love, laughter, and invaluable lessons fathers prepare us for! Get ready for Shoojit Sircar's upcoming tale of a heartfelt father-daughter bond, in theatres on November 15th, 2024. @amitabhbachchan @deepikapadukone @bachchan @ronnie.lahiri #SheelKumar @kinoworksllp #ShoojitSircar #Piku #ShoojitSircarsNext’.

    Even though the caption of the said post was stated as, ‘! Get ready for Shoojit Sircar's upcoming tale of a heartfelt father-daughter bond’, the fact also remains that, the film’s makers have only revealed about the presence of Abhishek Bachchan I the film. The rest of the cast of the film, however, have been kept under strict wraps.

    Looking back, in an interview with The Quint, Shoojit Sircar had spoken about the film, wherein he said that it was another emotional, slice-of-life film and that his stories were always related to life and that they have humour in them.

    The filmmaker added that he had always tried to experiment with different genres, keeping the journey of life as the main theme. And, as for his latest film, Shoojit Sircar said that, he was collaborating with Abhishek Bachchan for his next film. He also added that, he would take (the cinegoers) on a mundane, ordinary man’s journey.

    In an article in Hindustan Times, it was mentioned that the said film will feature Abhsiehak Bachchan along with Johnny Lever, Ahilya Bamroo and Jayant Kriplani. While the film is being directed by Shoojit Sircar, it is being produced by Ronnie Lahiri and Sheel Kumar.

    Shoojit Sircar who has completed more than 20 years in the Indian film industry, is one of the most celebrated storytellers and filmmakers of today’s time. Known for his unique storytelling to present ordinary stories through extraordinary narratives with a beautiful message in them, the filmmaker left everyone excited after he announced his next project recently. The film is slated to hit the screens later in 2024.

    His maiden production house, ‘Rising Sun Films’, shared the glimpse of his next on their social media. Sharing the video, the production house wrote,”Shoojit Sircar’s next is a heartwarming tale about the ‘celebration of life’ in its everyday ordinary chaos! It is an emotional journey with an entertaining narrative about a father and daughter who rekindle their precious bond while they navigate through life’s challenges. Shoojit’s films have always carried a legacy that is a cherished collection of moments that remind us to laugh, cry, fall in love and express all that’s within. His next compels us to discover the true value of life’s fleeting moments, learning to cherish each one.Coming to cinemas near you. Stay tuned!”

    Just like the excellent casting in his previous films, Shoojit Sircar’s next has Abhishek Bachchan in the lead role. While the film will have its grand theatrical release in 2024, further details regarding the film will be revealed in due time.

    In a conversation with The Quint, Sircar revealed, “It’s another emotional, slice-of-life film. My stories are always related to life and they have humour in them. I have always tried to experiment with different genres, keeping the journey of life as the main theme. I am collaborating with Abhishek Bachchan for my next film. I will take you on a mundane, ordinary man’s journey.”

    The director also shared his aspiration to connect with global audiences. He said, “My aim with all my films is to reach audiences worldwide. My latest work continues this mission by delving into the life of an ordinary man embarking on an extraordinary journey, bringing smiles along the way.”

    Shoojit Sircar has given some of the brilliant films like ‘Piku’, ‘Vicky Donor, ‘October’, ‘Madras Cafe’, and ‘Sardar Udham’. He is not only a critically acclaimed director but his films have always been a commercial success as well. Shoojit’s last film ‘Sardar Udham’ won 5 national film awards in 2023.