A decade ago, films headlined by big stars ensured a big buzz and a bigger opening. But the response to Salman Khan’s Sikandar and latest industry figures show that the audience wants original storytelling.
Neeraj Pandey knows his audience. He likes to keep them guessing in his thrillers- from Baby (2015), to Special 26 (2013). His last theatrical release Auron Mein Kahaan Dum Tha, took it a notch higher— by making you guess what happened to the filmmaker who could otherwise weave an engaging story. An excruciatingly slow watch, it suffered from an identity crisis: was it a romantic drama, or a thriller, or a daily soap parading around as a film? Thankfully, Pandey is back to what he does best, with Sikandar Ka Muqaddar.
The era of Muqaddar Ka Sikandar may have passed, but now it’s time for Sikandar Ka Muqaddar to take centre stage. Director Neeraj Pandey is all set to make a thrilling return with this gripping heist thriller that promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Ever since the film’s trailer was released, the internet has been buzzing with questions about how both films are connected. In an exclusive interview with NDTV’s Hardika Gupta, actor Ridhima Pandit, who is playing a key role in the film, straight up denied all the rumours and said that the film is not connected at all. Asked if there’s any connection or inspiration drawn from the 1978 classic film, Ridhima said, “No, there’s no connection to the 1970s film. Sikandar Ka Muqaddar has a completely different story. It’s the kind of film that keeps you hooked, constantly guessing what will happen next.”
