What happens when a film meant for a mass superstar takes a different route? That’s exactly what’s happened with Ground Zero.
Initially offered to Salman Khan by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, the film eventually landed in Emraan Hashmi’s hands. And now, after the teaser’s release, it seems like the change was for the better.
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When Salman Khan was approached for Ground Zero, the film was supposed to be a different kind of film—likely a bigger than life action film.
He declined due to creative differences or scheduling issues. Enter Emraan Hashmi and the film took a new shape—grittier, more realistic and emotionally driven.
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The teaser introduces Hashmi as BSF Deputy Commandant Narendra Nath Dubey leading a high stake mission.
The visuals are intense, the stakes are high and the action feels raw. Unlike commercial war films that glorify combat, Ground Zero seems to be grounded, focusing on the soldier’s duty rather than just the spectacle.
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Salman’s version of Ground Zero would have been an all out action film but with Emraan there’s depth to the story.
He adds an element of vulnerability making the mission personal. The teaser has already received positive reactions with many praising the realistic tone and Hashmi’s performance.
Sometimes rejections lead to the best results. Salman Khan may have rejected Ground Zero but Emraan Hashmi seems to have made it his own.
As the film is gearing up for April 25, 2025 release, the big question is—did this casting change elevate the film? If the teaser is any indication, Ground Zero might just be a war film that leaves a mark.
EMRAAN HASHMI – 'GROUND ZERO' TEASER UNVEILS… 25 APRIL 2025 RELEASE… Bravery, sacrifice and a mission that changed everything… #GroundZeroTeaser is LIVE now.
Featuring #EmraanHashmi, #GroundZero arrives in *cinemas* on 25 April 2025.
Directed by #TejasDeoskar… Produced… pic.twitter.com/nC9xitiCZy
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) March 28, 2025
