After much speculation, film director Shoojit Sircar along with with actors Amitabh Bachchan and Ayushmann Khurrana have confirmed that their upcoming film, Gulabo Sitabo, will directly release on an OTT streaming platform instead of going to the big screen first.
The quirky dramedy has been written by Juhi Chaturvedi of Piku fame. It will release on Amazon Prime Video on June 12. Gulabo Sitabo is a slice of life, dramedy that is a must watch for families at home,” said Big B.
Talking about his experience of working on the film, he added: “I was excited about my role since the time Shoojit showed me the character’s look. It took me almost three hours each day to get into character with its different look. I had a wonderful time working with my very talented co-star Ayushmann Khurrana. Even though we are constantly bantering in the film, it has been a pleasure working with him for the first time. This family entertainer has the power to cut across geographic boundaries and we are pleased to bring ‘Gulabo Sitabo’ to audiences across the globe.”
Ayushmann also noted that Gulabo Sitabo is a special film for him. “It made me reunite with my mentor Shoojit da after ‘Vicky Donor’. Whatever I’m today is because of him and I’m happy that he made me a part of his vision again. Gulabo Sitabo also sees me share screen space with Mr. Amitabh Bachchan for the first time and it’s a huge moment, it’s a dream come true for me. I have secretly wished to work with him for many, many years and Shoojit da made this happen, and I will be indebted to him forever. It has truly been an honour for me to work with a legend and I feel enriched as an actor after the experience,” he said.
Ayushmann added: “What I love about the film is its sheer simplicity — the fleeting moments of simple humour in the banter between a landlord and tenant makes this film really special. I hope audiences love the film and our chemistry when it premieres.” (IANS)