14 July 2023, Mumbai: The year 2023 kicked off on a high note for Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan with the release of his action thriller, Pathaan, which swiftly climbed the charts to become one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of all time. This success further fueled the excitement surrounding the Yash Raj Films (YRF) spy universe, as plans for Tiger vs Pathaan, a crossover film featuring both Khan and Salman Khan, began to take shape. However, recent reports have emerged indicating that the ambitious project has been shelved due to its exorbitant budget, disappointing fans who were eagerly awaiting the grand collaboration.
Financial Hurdles Derail the Khan Crossover:
According to a source close to Shah Rukh Khan, the collaboration between Pathaan and Tiger was more of a wishful concept than a concrete project. The idea of bringing together Shah Rukh’s Pathaan and Salman’s Tiger was a distant possibility, far from being a fleshed-out storyboard. The financial implications of the project proved to be impractical, as accommodating the market prices of both Khans, even with potential discounts, would render the film financially unsustainable.
Cancellation Before Materialization:
The disappointing news surrounding the Khan crossover is that the project was shelved even before it could fully materialize. While cameo appearances by the two superstars in each other’s films remain a possibility, the prospect of a full-fledged crossover proved to be financially unviable. This setback surely disappoints fans who had been eagerly awaiting the monumental collaboration between the two Bollywood icons.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Next Venture:
Despite the setback, Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated action thriller, Jawan, directed by Atlee Kumar. Fans can look forward to the theatrical release of the film on September 7. As one of the industry’s leading actors, Khan continues to captivate audiences with his versatile performances, ensuring that his upcoming project will be a treat for his fans.
Salman Khan’s Future Endeavors:
On the other hand, Salman Khan is preparing for his next venture, Tiger 3. While the exact release date is yet to be confirmed, the film is expected to hit theaters in 2024. As a powerhouse in the action genre, Salman Khan’s presence on the big screen is always highly anticipated, and his upcoming film is expected to deliver the thrilling and entertaining experience that his fans have come to love.
The shelving of the much-anticipated crossover between Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan and Salman Khan’s Tiger due to budget constraints brings disappointment to fans who were eagerly awaiting this grand collaboration. Despite the setback, both superstars have exciting projects in the pipeline, ensuring that audiences will still have the opportunity to witness their respective cinematic magic. While the Khan crossover remains on hold for now, fans can continue to look forward to the individual contributions of these Bollywood icons in their upcoming films.