Imran Khan Returns to Bollywood with a Cameo in Happy Patel
Imran Khan is making a much-anticipated return to the big screen after a decade away. His comeback starts with a cameo in Vir Das' directorial debut, Happy Patel, set to release this week. This marks his first appearance since the 2015 film Katti Batti.
A Personal Text Led to the Cameo
Vir Das recently shared the story behind Imran's involvement on social media. In February 2024, Imran texted Vir, asking if there was a place for a cameo in the film. Vir responded with excitement, promising to create something fun and insane for him. This casual exchange led to Imran joining the cast of Happy Patel.
Vir posted a screenshot of their chat, captioning it as the true story of how Imran happened. He expressed eagerness for audiences to see the cameo when the film releases on January 16.
More Than Just a Cameo: Imran's Full Comeback
Beyond this cameo, Imran Khan is set to star as a lead actor in Danish Aslam's romantic drama Adhoore Tum Adhoore Hum. This reunites him with his director from Break Ke Baad after 16 years. Imran had stepped away from acting in 2015 to focus on his mental health, making this return a significant moment for his fans.
The comeback seems driven by an online campaign and his own readiness to re-enter the industry. His cameo in Happy Patel serves as a teaser for his larger return.
Happy Patel: A Star-Studded Affair
Happy Patel is produced by Aamir Khan's banner, which also launched Imran's career in Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na. Interestingly, Aamir Khan himself has a cameo in the film. The promotions have gone viral, featuring a funny skit with Sunil Grover impersonating Aamir.
The film stars Vir Das, Mithila Palkar, Mona Singh, and Sharib Hashmi. It is an action comedy that has generated buzz online for its cast and humorous promos.
This collaboration between Imran and Vir is special, as they previously worked together in Delhi Belly 15 years ago. Fans are eagerly waiting to see their chemistry again in Happy Patel.
