Shahid Kapoor-Triptii Dimri to star in Vishal Bhardwaj’s next ‘big action entertainer’

“I’m thrilled to collaborate once again with the incredible Sajid Nadiadwala, one of the finest producers and a dear friend, and the gifted Shahid Kapoor, my trusted talisman. What a delight to have Triptii Dimri, India’s National Crush, add her magic to this dream team,” the acclaimed filmmaker said in a statement.

Sajid Nadiadwala said he is thrilled to join forces with Vishal Bhardwaj, and the “phenomenal powerhouse” Shahid Kapoor. “It’s an honor to welcome the incredibly gifted Triptii Dimri to the #NGEFamily.”

I’m thrilled to join forces with the genius director, my dear friend @VishalBhardwaj , and the phenomenal powerhouse @shahidkapoor ! It’s an honor to welcome the incredibly gifted @tripti_dimri23 to the #NGEFamily! ✨

– Love #SajidNadiadwala @WardaNadiadwala pic.twitter.com/nRTVnvOheu

— Nadiadwala Grandson (@NGEMovies) September 13, 2024

Vishal Bhardwaj last directed the Netflix thriller Khufiya, which was headlined by Tabu. Shahid Kapoor, meanwhile, had a good 2024 with the romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, which emerged as a success. He will be next seen in the action thriller Deva, set to release next year on Valentine’s Day.

Post the blockbuster success of Animal last year, Triptii Dimri is on a spree with multiple projects lined up. She was recently seen in Bad Newz and will be next seen in the Rajkummar Rao-led comedy Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video. Apart from these, she also has Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Dhadak 2, produced by Karan Johar.