The collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani was anticipated to be a cinematic masterpiece, combining their immense talents in acting, stardom, writing and directing.
However, their first joint venture, Dunki, failed to live up to expectations, despite raising Rs 450 crore worldwide. He was seen as a major disappointment due to his inability to live up to the high hopes placed on him.
Also read – Kalki Launch Trailer: Action Spikes, Suspense Story
Recent rumors suggest that SRK could reunite with Hirani for an action-packed patriotic film, and it is speculated that Samantha could join the cast.
While Shah Rukh Khan has been successful with back-to-back collections of Rs 1,000 crore like Pathaan and Jawan, the lukewarm reception of Dunki raises questions about another collaboration with Hirani.
Also read – How big will Kalki be in Hindi?
In the last three years, the film landscape has evolved significantly. Hirani’s brand of storytelling, once celebrated, now struggles to resonate with today’s audience immersed in blockbuster shows like Animals, Salaars and Jawans.
Their narratives, once considered surefire box office winners, now find a more suitable home on OTT platforms than in cinema halls as they lack the theatrical value that modern viewers demand.
Also read – Rana: Complete comeback, but…
Despite speculation, our sources indicate that there are no concrete plans for another SRK-Hirani collaboration, and previous reports are false.
