SRK the Bollywood Badusah is trying different movies with a variety of directors. He is going away from the regular commercial movies.
After Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki he is looking at Vishal. Vishal Bhardwaj the popular opened up about his discussions with SRK for a film adaptation of Chetan Bhagat’s novel.
However, the project faced a creative crossroads, with differences arising over the setting of the film.
Bhardwaj aimed to shift the narrative from a college backdrop to a more unconventional setting, specifically within a bank like ICICI, a vision that didn’t align with Shah Rukh’s preference.
Bhardwaj emphasized the persistent desire shared by both himself and SRK to collaborate. Despite the setback with 2 States, discussions have continued, resurfacing annually during events like birthdays or public functions. SRK consistently expresses the mutual sentiment that they must work together.
The Haider director revealed that he and the Pathan actor studied at Delhi University, with SRK at Hansraj College and Bhardwaj at Hindu College.