The Welcome franchise is a comedy legend in Bollywood and the 2007 film is an all time favorite.
Now after nearly a decade of Welcome Back, the third installment Welcome To The Jungle is in the works. But can it recapture the magic?
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With a big star cast, big action and a big climax in the offing, the film promises to be an entertainer. But will it live up to the hype?
The film reunites Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal and adds big names like Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez and Disha Patani.
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According to producer Firoz A. Nadiadwala 70% of the shoot is complete and just 2-3 months left. The film is eyeing a 2025 release and some international portions will be shot in UAE.
Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty will have grand introductions, designed to give you chills.
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The makers say these will leave even industry insiders thinking, “Why didn’t we think of this?”
The climax is being planned on a big scale to deliver an unforgettable cinematic experience. Suniel Shetty and Arshad Warsi’s comic pairing is also expected to be a highlight.
The Welcome franchise has a legacy. While Welcome is iconic, Welcome Back couldn’t match its predecessor’s magic.
This film has the responsibility of blending nostalgia with fresh humour. Ahmed Khan’s direction is stylish action but can he maintain the franchise’s comedy? That remains to be seen.
With its big star cast, big ambitions and nostalgia factor, Welcome To The Jungle has all the ingredients of a blockbuster.
But will it deliver or will it be an overhyped film? We will find out in 2025!
