The film 'Jawan' has been touted as the Hindi rendition of the acclaimed Spanish web series 'Money Heist', adding an air of mystique to the upcoming blockbuster. Compellingly, the Bollywood icon is set to showcase his versatility in a dual role in 'Jawan'.
Comparisons between 'Jawan' and 'Money Heist' have flooded online platforms, with netizens drawing parallels between the two. In the original Spanish series, the mastermind known as the Professor assembles a team of seven individuals to orchestrate a daring heist on the Reserve Bank of Spain. Notable characters like Tokyo, Nairobi, and Raquel bring depth and diversity to the ensemble.
Adding fuel to the speculative fire, a sneak peek of 'Jawan' reveals the protagonist, portrayed by Shahrukh Khan, encircled by Pramila Bahini, armed and formidable. This snippet has intensified claims that the film may emulate the plotline of 'Money Heist'.
Counterbalancing these swirling rumors, the film's casting director, Mukesh Chhabra, recently shared his perspective. During an interview with media, Chhabra urged audiences to embrace heightened excitement, assuring that 'Jawan' would unequivocally address any uncertainties on the grand cinematic canvas. He remarked, "I encourage the audience to hold onto their enthusiasm. 'Jawan' will intricately unveil its narrative on the expansive movie screen. Let's save some questions for the theater! The enigma will persist a little longer. Exercise patience; relish the magnificence of the silver screen. I can affirm that this film holds special significance in Shahrukh's illustrious career. It promises to astonish his ardent admirers."
Set to grace theaters on September 7, 'Jawan' boasts the directorial finesse of Atlee Kumar and introduces Nayantara, a distinguished southern actress, as Shahrukh Khan's on-screen partner for the first time. The star-studded cast includes Vijay Sethupathi, Priyamani, and Sanjeeta, with Deepika Padukone making an appearance in a captivating cameo. Moreover, the film is rumored to feature Thalapathy Vijay and Sanjay Dutt, two more luminaries from the southern cinema sphere.
Notably, this isn't the first time Shahrukh Khan has faced accusations of imitating creative content. Earlier, after the release of the 'Zero' teaser, he was embroiled in a controversy. A person named Mithilesh Baria claimed that Shahrukh had utilized his poetic lines without proper authorization. The lines in question, "You buy tickets and await my spectacle. I yearn for the jest to be whole," had been posted by Mithilesh on Twitter in 2015. He argued that credit for the lines should be attributed to him.