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After directing major blockbusters like Bang Bang, Jang, Pathan and Mubarz, expectations are high for Siddharth Anand's next film. There were speculations that Siddharth's next film would be 'Tiger vs Pathan', 'Pathan 2' or 'Fighter 2' but a week ago, it is heard that Siddharth Anand is all set to direct a large scale solo action film. His own production Marflix will produce this actioner. Details about his ninth directorial project have now been revealed. According to sources close to the development, Siddharth Anand is working on a high-budget dual-hero action drama that is slated to hit theaters in 2025. Siddharth is a big fan of the action genre and wants to explore new formats in this field with his director. After developing the idea, he will direct the next film. He has been working on the script for a while and has finally reached the casting phase, a source revealed.
The source also added that Siddharth's idea is to bring two of Indian cinema's biggest superstars together in one of the biggest shows on the big screen. “This is a new action genre and its presentation as a spectacle will amaze cinema audiences. Like all of his directorial projects, this film will be a huge action film and will be released on the big screen." The source added, "Because of the novelty of the genre, it will be celebrated as a collective cinematic experience. While all other details are being kept under wraps, we can confirm that the cast for the film has not been announced yet." The top teams are expected to collaborate. Of Sid himself, the filmmaker has seven films to his credit along with his wife Mamta Anand for their flagship company Marflix, which are currently in various stages of production.
Marvel's upcoming films include "The Jewel Thief" starring Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat, "King" starring Shah Rukh Khan, Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan, "Krrish 4" starring Hrithik Roshan and a yet-untitled action drama directed by Milan Luthera. It is a film and a film based on true events and inspired by the life of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. More details are yet to be annouced.