Imran Khan Marks Birthday with Bhumi Pednekar Ahead of Bollywood Return
Imran Khan celebrated his recent birthday in a heartwarming gathering with actor Bhumi Pednekar. The two stars are currently collaborating on an upcoming romantic comedy project that remains untitled. This celebration offered fans a rare glimpse into their off-screen camaraderie.
Bhumi Pednekar Shares Nostalgic Birthday Tribute
Bhumi Pednekar marked the occasion by sharing a candid video from Imran Khan's birthday celebration. The clip shows Imran cutting his cake surrounded by close friends in an intimate setting.
Adding a nostalgic touch to her tribute, Bhumi used Imran's iconic song Adhoore as background music. This choice reminded audiences of Imran's beloved rom-com legacy from his earlier film career.
Sharing the video on social media, Bhumi wrote "Happy birthday Imran! This one is going to be a special year." She had previously referred to him as "one of my most favourite people I discovered in recent times."
The post quickly generated significant buzz online. Many fans interpreted the warm exchange as evidence of strong chemistry between the two actors, both personally and professionally.
Imran Khan's Bollywood Comeback with 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos'
Imran Khan is set to make his Bollywood comeback with Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, which releases on January 16. The film marks the directorial debut of comedian-actor Vir Das.
Vir Das recently revealed the unexpected way Imran joined the project. "One day, I got a text from Imran. He doesn't even use WhatsApp," Vir recalled about the unusual communication.
The message reportedly said "Hey, I hear the movie is shaping up nicely. Can I come and do something fun in the film?"
Vir later shared a screenshot of their 2024 chat on Instagram with the caption "True story! We thought of the maddest thing and made Imran do it in #HappyPatel. January 16th, you get to see him, and I can't wait! This is the actual screenshot from Feb 2024."
The director further explained that he reworked the script specifically to create a wild, never-seen-before role for Imran Khan. This unconventional casting approach has generated considerable anticipation for the film's release.
Bhumi Pednekar's Upcoming Projects
Meanwhile, Bhumi Pednekar continues to expand her filmography with diverse roles. Her next project is the psychological drama Daldal, where she portrays DCP Rita Ferreira.
The series is based on Vish Dhamija's novel Bhendi Bazaar and will stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. This marks another significant role for the actress known for choosing challenging characters.
The birthday celebration and professional collaborations highlight an exciting period for both actors. Imran Khan's return to Bollywood after a hiatus and Bhumi Pednekar's continued success create compelling narratives for Indian cinema enthusiasts.
