Director Ali Abbas Zafar is reportedly gearing up for a significant
collaboration
with Aditya Chopra’s Yash Raj Films (YRF) despite the disappointing box-office performance of his last directorial, ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’. The film, starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff, received criticism for its lackluster storyline and performances, leading to its underwhelming reception.
However, this setback hasn’t deterred the acclaimed filmmaker from aiming high as he prepares to join forces with YRF once again.
Ali Abbas Zafar, known for his previous successful collaborations with YRF, including ‘Mere Brother Ki Dulhan’, ‘Gunday’, ‘Sultan’, and ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’, is reportedly in talks to helm multiple
big-budget projects
under Aditya Chopra’s production banner. These upcoming collaborations are reportedly expected to be original theatrical releases, marking Ali Abbas Zafar's return to his 'alma mater' after his recent cinematic venture.
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According to a report in Variety, sources say that the projects in the pipeline are expected to be on a grand scale, aiming to replicate the success of their previous collaborations.
While the exact details of the projects have not been disclosed, it can be believed that Ali Abbas Zafar’s partnership with YRF could pave the way for some of the most anticipated releases in the coming years.