Salman Khan’s Cameo Dropped from Singham Again After Lawrence Bishnoi Threat—What Happens Next?
Salman Khan's cameo in Singham Again canceled due to Lawrence Bishnoi threat. What's next for the film and its fans?
This Diwali was set to bring an exciting clash at the box office with Kartik Aaryan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Ajay Devgn’s Singham Again. Both films have massive fan followings, and their makers have been preparing for this grand showdown. However, one key element that gave Singham Again an edge was the highly anticipated cameo by Salman Khan as Chulbul Pandey. Unfortunately, recent developments have left fans disappointed as Salman’s appearance may no longer happen.
Salman Khan’s Cameo in Singham Again Cancelled?
Fans were eagerly waiting to see the iconic crossover of two beloved characters – Chulbul Pandey from Dabangg and Bajirao Singham from Singham. This was set to be one of the biggest cinematic moments of 2024. However, a report from Bollywood Hungama revealed that Salman Khan had to cancel his cameo shoot, which was scheduled for October 14, due to unforeseen circumstances.
The sudden cancellation came after the tragic death of Salman Khan’s close friend, Baba Siddiqui. With this personal loss, the shoot at Golden Tobacco, Mumbai, was postponed, and discussions between Ajay Devgn, director Rohit Shetty, and Salman Khan followed.
Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty’s Decision
According to the report, Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty decided not to pursue Salman Khan’s cameo at this time. Given the ongoing controversy surrounding Salman Khan and the Lawrence Bishnoi threat, the makers felt it wasn’t appropriate to proceed with the shoot under these circumstances. The team also needed to submit the film to the censor board by October 18, so they opted to move forward without the cameo.
While fans were excited about this star-studded crossover, the decision to drop the cameo is final for now. However, there’s still some hope for fans eagerly awaiting the Chulbul Pandey and Bajirao Singham collaboration.
Will Chulbul Pandey Still Make a Small Appearance?
There are rumors that a backshot of Chulbul Pandey may still be included in a post-credit scene of Singham Again. However, no official confirmation has been provided by the makers yet. Fans are left wondering whether Salman Khan will make any appearance in the film at all, or if the idea of the crossover will be saved for a future project.
Salman Khan had initially agreed to the cameo out of his friendship with Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn. Now, with the last-minute changes, it remains to be seen how the makers will handle this situation and whether Salman’s character will still make a brief appearance in some form.
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What’s Next for Singham Again?
Despite this setback, Singham Again is still poised to be one of the biggest releases of the year. The action-packed franchise, led by Ajay Devgn and directed by Rohit Shetty, has consistently thrilled audiences. Fans can expect a thrilling storyline, powerful performances, and the signature style that has made the Singham series a blockbuster.
As for Salman Khan’s involvement, fans will have to wait for further updates from the makers. Whether through a post-credit scene or a future collaboration, the idea of seeing Chulbul Pandey and Bajirao Singham on screen together remains an exciting prospect for Bollywood lovers.
This Diwali, while the showdown between Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is still on, fans will be watching closely to see how the films fare at the box office and if any surprises await.