By After collaborating with Salman Khan on three consecutive blockbusters – Sultan, Tiger Zinda Hai, and Bharat – Ali Abbas Zafar has embarked on his next cinematic venture, “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan,” starring Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Upon the release of the film’s trailer, Salman Khan personally reached out to Ali Abbas Zafar to express his admiration for the project. Salman not only praised the trailer but also took to social media to share his excitement, wishing Akshay and Tiger the best of luck for the movie. In his post, Salman wrote, “‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, akki n tiger best of luck for the movie yeh bohut badi hit hogi. Loved the trailer and Ali u need to break tiger n sultan ka record with this one. Umeed hai ke Hindustan ko aap aur aap ko Hindustan Eidi dengein…” This gesture from Salman highlights the camaraderie and support among the Bollywood fraternity, as well as the anticipation surrounding Ali Abbas Zafar’s upcoming release.
In an exclusive interview, Ali Abbas Zafar reveals how Salman Khan has been his mentor in learning patience.
In an exclusive interview with ETimes, Ali Abbas Zafar has shared insights into Salman Khan’s message and the lessons he has gleaned from the Bollywood superstar. Reflecting on Salman’s message, Zafar humorously remarked, “He just added to the pressure!!! (laughs).” Despite the pressure associated with delivering a big Eid release like “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan” (BMCM) and the expectations regarding box office performance, Zafar expressed his passion for crafting films for the grandeur of the silver screen. He emphasized the collective vision behind the script, with the entire cast, crew, and producers joining forces to bring it to fruition. Zafar exuded confidence in the project, noting its unique appeal for communal viewing and its potential to offer a rare cinematic experience suitable for families. He acknowledged a six-year hiatus from directing films for the big screen but expressed immense happiness and satisfaction with the forthcoming release, affirming that “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan” has rekindled his enthusiasm for cinematic storytelling on a grand scale.
Exclusive: Ali Abbas Zafar reflects on the invaluable lesson of patience learned from Salman Khan.
Reflecting on his experience working with Salman Khan and how it influenced his collaboration with Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, Ali Abbas Zafar emphasized the invaluable lessons learned from each project. He credited Salman Khan’s films for instilling patience within him, which proved to be a valuable asset during the making of “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan.” Zafar highlighted the exceptional discipline exhibited by the cast, particularly Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, who maintained a strict routine regardless of their shooting schedules.
Speaking specifically about Akshay Kumar, Zafar praised the actor’s wicked sense of humor, which helped maintain a light and positive atmosphere on set. He commended Kumar’s work ethic, noting that it contributed significantly to the efficient completion of the film’s shoot within just 100 days, a remarkable feat for an action-packed project. Zafar’s remarks underscore the importance of professionalism, discipline, and camaraderie in the filmmaking process, ultimately contributing to the success of “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan.”
