The teaser of Alia Bhatt’s upcoming film Jigra was unveiled recently, sparking excitement among fans. Directed by Vasan Bala, the film features Alia Bhatt in the lead role, playing a sister determined to rescue her brother, portrayed by Vedang Raina, who is making his debut with The Archies. However, amidst the buzz around Jigra, Vasan Bala found himself in an unexpected situation where he had to apologize to Shraddha Kapoor and her fans.
The Unintentional Snub
The incident began when Vasan Bala shared a post on social media praising the team of Stree 2 but accidentally forgot to tag Shraddha Kapoor, who plays a crucial role in the film. This oversight did not go unnoticed by Shraddha’s fans, who criticized Vasan for not acknowledging the actress. Despite this, when the Jigra teaser dropped on September 8, Shraddha Kapoor displayed sportsmanship by sharing it on her Instagram Stories. She expressed her enthusiasm for the film, saying she would love to watch it in theaters with her brother. Shraddha also praised Alia Bhatt and director Vasan Bala for the promising trailer, despite the earlier snub.
Vasan Bala’s Quick Apology
Realizing his mistake, Vasan Bala quickly reposted Shraddha’s Instagram Story, thanking her for her support. He then publicly apologized to Shraddha and her fans on social media, acknowledging his mistake. In his Instagram Story, Vasan Bala wrote, “Thank you very much Shraddha. Hope you and Siddhant will also enjoy the film.” He further added, “It has nothing to do with this, but I would like to take this opportunity to say that I apologize to your fans… please forgive my mistakes.”
Success of ‘Stree 2’ Continues to Soar
Meanwhile, Stree 2, which was released on August 14, has been performing exceptionally well at the box office. The film has collected over Rs 516.25 crores across India and grossed Rs 737.25 crores worldwide within 24 days of its release, solidifying its status as a major hit.
Jigra Teaser: Alia Bhatt Shines in a Powerful Tale of Sibling Love and Sacrifice
‘Jigra’ Set for October Release
Coming back to Jigra, this intense drama is all set to hit theaters on October 11, 2024. Written by Debashish Irengbam and Vasan Bala, the film is produced by Alia Bhatt, along with Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, Shaheen Bhatt, and Somen Mishra under the banner of Dharma Productions. Alia’s involvement as a producer marks another milestone in her already illustrious career, adding another layer of excitement for fans awaiting the film’s release.
