Acclaimed director Ali Abbas Zafar, known for his high-stakes action films, is all geared up to craft another cinematic spectacle, this time starring the talented Katrina Kaif in a role that promises to showcase her in an incredibly fierce avatar. While fans anticipated the previously announced superhero feature titled Super Soldier, Ali has confirmed that this particular project is shelved for the meantime. However, excitement is brewing for this new collaboration between the director and Kaif, as they have reportedly zeroed in on an adrenaline-pumping script that’s bound to fascinate the audiences.
With a filmography that boasts of larger-than-life action figures, from the wrestling icon in Sultan to the relentless NCB operative in the recent release, Bloody Daddy, Ali Abbas Zafar has consistently captivated viewers with gripping tales of power and valor. The inevitable question arose about the promised action heroine when the director, back in 2019, propagated the inception of a superhero film featuring Kaif. Currently, as the buzz about his latest cinematic venture Bade Miyan Chote Miyan dies down, there is clarification on what’s next in line. “Super Soldier is not happening right now,” confirmed the director. “I’m in talks with Katrina for an action film. I think she is an actor who aces action. There is a script we both like, and it will get made soon.”
The envisioned project by Zafar envisions action cinema with a vast scope and opulent budget, essentials for the genre to truly shine. Yet, he acknowledges the challenges faced within an industry which harbors reservations towards female-led action films. Despite the skepticism, the landscape seems to be shifting, in part due to the box-office triumph of movies like Crew. Zafar espouses optimism yet admits the difficulties, stating, “Right now, the stakes for every action film are high. I know I will make that film. But I can’t deny it is harder to make a female-led action movie.” He continues on to reflect a somewhat reluctant acceptance of the industry’s penchant for putting financial prognostication above all else when backing a project.
Venturing beyond the realm of high-octane thrillers, Ali Abbas Zafar reminisced about his foray into the film industry with the light-hearted romance Mere Brother Ki Dulhan. It prompts the question of whether he would return to that genre. He expresses an eagerness to create another romantic comedy, albeit hindered by the lack of a compelling script that resonates with him at present. In his musings, Zafar remarks on the evolution of romantic narratives in the current social media-dominated era, the need for a genuine connection to romance in order to write it effectively, and alludes to the sentimental value and authenticity of his earlier work in the genre.
As Ali Abbas Zafar sets his sights on producing another spellbinding action epic with Katrina Kaif at the helm, audiences can only wait with bated breath for further announcements about this much-anticipated film. The director’s vision for grand cinematic experiences, coupled with Kaif’s proven prowess in action roles, heralds the arrival of what could be an unforgettable addition to Indian cinema’s trove of action thrillers. In an ever-evolving film industry increasingly open to the prospects of powerhouse performances by women, this upcoming project may well be a trailblazer, signaling a shift towards greater acceptance and celebration of female-fronted action spectacles.
