Bollywood actors Pratibha Ranta and Siddhant Chaturvedi have publicly shut down persistent rumours linking them to the highly anticipated Hindi remake of the 2019 Telugu hit film, 'Dear Comrade'. Both stars took to social media to request clarity and deny their involvement, putting an end to months of speculation.
Social Media Clarifications Put Rumours to Rest
Expressing her frustration with unverified reports, Pratibha Ranta posted a polite but firm note on her Instagram. She urged media outlets to stop circulating news about projects she is not associated with and to wait for official announcements. "This has been happening with me for quite some time now," she wrote, highlighting how such rumours lead to unnecessary confusion among fans.
Not long after, Siddhant Chaturvedi also addressed the buzz directly. He shared a screenshot of a news article claiming his casting and clearly stated, "Just to clarify, guys, this isn't true." He added, "No remakes for me anymore," despite being a fan of the original film and its stars, Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna. In a positive turn, he expressed a desire to collaborate with Pratibha Ranta on an original project in the future.
The Earlier Casting Buzz and Production Plans
The rumours gained significant traction after a report by Mid-Day suggested that Dharma Productions was actively developing the Hindi adaptation. The report indicated that the studio had been keen on the project for a while, focusing on perfecting the casting and tone.
According to the earlier buzz, Siddhant Chaturvedi was considered a top choice for the intense male lead, a perception strengthened by his performance in projects like 'Dhadak 2' (2025). Pratibha Ranta, meanwhile, was said to be well-suited for the emotional journey of the female protagonist and was reportedly already in discussions with the studio for another venture.
The adaptation was envisioned not as a routine copy but as a sensitive reimagining for a pan-India audience, aiming to retain the core emotions that made the 2019 original special.
About the Original Film and Lasting Impact
The source material, the Telugu film 'Dear Comrade' (2019), starred Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna and was a major critical and commercial success. Its powerful narrative and strong performances left a lasting impact, which is why news of a potential Hindi remake has consistently generated excitement and speculation within the Indian film industry and among audiences nationwide.
With the lead actors themselves now denying their involvement, the search for the perfect cast for the Hindi remake of 'Dear Comrade' appears to be back to square one for the production house.
