There is a palpable sense of anticipation among Bollywood enthusiasts as the industry giants have made a significant announcement concerning the release schedule of two major motion pictures. ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, the eagerly-awaited cinematic venture starring powerhouse talents Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, has adjusted its release calendar, now poised for an April 11, 2024 premiere, to coincide with the festive occasion of Eid.
The film’s stars were recently captured in the United Arab Emirates, engaged in promotional activities, and took to Instagram to unveil a video briefing fans about the decision to delay the release. Akshay Kumar, one of Bollywood’s eminent ‘Khiladi’, articulated the update to followers, adding a festive gesture by saying, “Bade aur Chote aur poori Bade Miyan Chote Miyan ki team ki taraf se aap sab ko advance mein Eid Mubarak. Dekhiye #BadeMiyanChoteMiyan on Eid with your entire family, now releasing on 11th April only in cinemas.” This message was complemented by the release of a new poster flaunting the revised premiere date.
In a parallel development, actor Ajay Devgn, associated with another high-profile movie ‘Maidaan’, has also reached out to his audience with updates. Via a social media post featuring a still from his forthcoming film, he prompted his fans to mark their calendars for April 10th, suggesting an exceptional preview schedule starting at 6 pm and an extensive Eid holiday release on April 11th.
This shuffle in release strategy carries more weight given that both ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ and ‘Maidaan’ were previously slated for an April 10th debut on the silver screens. The adjustment ensures that both films receive their unique spotlights, allowing the audience to indulge in two major flicks across the festive period.
Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ promises to captivate audiences with its impressive filming locations, spreading across Mumbai, London, Abu Dhabi, Scotland, and Jordan. The movie, reputed for its grand spectacle and Hollywood-esque visuals, is produced by an ensemble team of industry veterans including Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Jackky Bhagnani, Himanshu Kishan Mehra, and Ali Abbas Zafar himself. This production also introduces Prithviraj Sukumaran in a compelling antagonist persona, flanked by strong performances from Sonakshi Sinha, Manushi Chhillar, and Alaya F.
On the opposite spectrum, ‘Maidaan’, steered by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, paints the glorious tale of Syed Abdul Rahim, brilliantly portrayed by Ajay Devgn, whose life was dedicated to football and honored India on the world stage. The cast is augmented by Priyamani, Gajraj Rao, and Rudranil Ghosh fulfilling important roles. The film’s majestic aura is further amplified by a soul-stirring score from the celebrated Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman.
The journey to bring ‘Maidaan’ on screen was not without setbacks; the stringent lockdown measures to combat the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 compelled producer Boney Kapoor to dismantle a set previously erected for the film. However, both productions have surmounted their respective hurdles to stand at the brink of their releases.
As the industry gears up for these mega releases, the updates have not only set the stage for an electrifying box office battle but also generated immense buzz among the cinema-goers, eagerly awaiting to witness these star-studded epics unfold. As the calendar edges closer to April 2024, the anticipation for experiencing ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ and ‘Maidaan’ is soaring, signaling an auspicious time for both the fans and the filmmakers alike.
