After a string of disappointing films, many thought Akshay Kumar’s comeback would hinge on upcoming big releases like Jolly LLB 3, Housefull 5, or Welcome 3, all slated for next year. However, Kumar might make his return to form sooner with his new film, Khel Khel Mein.
The trailer for Khel Khel Mein has just been released and runs for 3 minutes and 10 seconds. It kicks off with a group of friends reuniting, setting the stage for the chaos that follows.
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The trailer introduces us to various couples in the group, each harboring secrets. Their lives start unraveling when they decide to make each other’s phones public property, leading to unexpected revelations.
This trailer offers a refreshing change from Akshay Kumar’s recent films. Khel Khel Mein is a comedy, marking Akshay’s return to the genre after his recent roles in serious biopics like Sarfira.
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It also reunites him with Vaani Kapoor and Taapsee Pannu. While the film skirts close to glorifying extramarital affairs for humor’s sake, its primary goal seems to be entertainment. The jokes might be a bit on the vulgar side, but they aim to deliver laughs that which masses enjoy.
Fan reactions to the trailer are positive. One fan is hopeful that the film will bring Akshay the success he needs this year. Another is excited to see Akshay in a comedy role reminiscent of his past hits, while a third fan praises his return to comedic form like Hera Pheri and Garam Masala.
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If Khel Khel Mein manages to blend comedy, drama, and emotions effectively, it could be a strong comeback for Akshay Kumar. Though it’s a remake of the foreign film Perfect Strangers, which is relatively unknown here in India, this might work in its favor.
Directed by Mudassar Aziz, Khel Khel Mein stars Akshay Kumar, Taapsee Pannu, Fardeen Khan, Vaani Kapoor, Ammy Virk, Pragya Jaiswal, and Aditya Seal. It is set to hit theaters on August 15.
However, it will face competition from Stree 2, which might impact its box office performance.