"Sabse achchi comedy film mein Farida ji ne ki hai," says Akshay Kumar about working with legendary actress in 'Welcome To The Jungle'
Mumbai, June 23
Legendary actress Farida Jalal has been entertaining audiences with her remarkable performances since the 1960s. Over the decades, she has shared screen space with several artists and filmmakers across multiple generations.
Now, after a long gap, Farida Jalal is all set to return to the comedy genre with 'Welcome To The Jungle' (Welcome 3). Best remembered by many for her delightful comic performance in the Shararat TV show, Farida Jalal's return to the comedy genre has only heightened excitement among audiences.
The much-awaited film boasts an ensemble cast of over 30 actors, including Akshay Kumar, and audiences are eager to see Farida Jalal bring her signature charm and comic flair to the big screen once again.
Ahead of the film's release, Akshay Kumar and Farida Jalal sat down with ANI and spoke about their experience working together, sharing fun anecdotes and memorable moments from the sets of Welcome To The Jungle.
Akshay Kumar was all praise for Farida Jalal, saying that she has pulled off the best comedy in the film. He added that her decades of experience are evident in every scene and that she has truly outshone the entire cast with her performance.
"There are so many actors in the film, I'm also there, and many others, but after you watch the film, the first person you will remember for their comedy is her. She hasn't really done much comedy before, but in this film, what she has done is something else entirely. We even had to request her a bit, like, 'Let's try it this way,' and then she just went ahead and delivered it brilliantly. Sabse achchi comedy inki hai,"Akshay emphasised.
"Farida ji has delivered the best performance in the film. I'm saying this with full confidence. Remember today's date, the 23rd. I'm speaking the truth because I have seen the entire film, not just once but at least 35 times. I know this film inside out. After her, Kiran Kumar ji also stands out," he added.
Directed by Ahmed Khan, 'Welcome to the Jungle' also stars Suniel Shetty, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Johny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Aftab Shivdasani, Mukesh Tiwari, Yashpal Sharma, Kiran Kumar, Zakir Hussain, Vindu Dara Singh, Urvashi Rautela, Hemant Pandey, Brijendra Kala, Feroze Khan (Arjun), Late Pankaj Dheer Ji, Puneet Issar, Sudesh Berry, Jeetu Verma, Vrihi Kodvara, Adityaa Singgh and Bhagya Bhanushali.
An Ahmed Khan entertainer, 'Welcome To The Jungle' is presented by A.A. Nadiadwala, Cape of Good Films and Star Studio18 in association with Seeta Films and Rakesh Dang. It will be out in cinema halls on June 26.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally a Welcome film that isn't just about loud comedy! Having Farida ji and Paresh Rawal together is going to be epic. Hope they give her enough screen time. 🙏
Akshay Kumar praising a senior actress like this is refreshing. But honestly, with 30+ actors, I hope the film doesn't become a mess. Fingers crossed for June 26th.
Shararat was my childhood! Farida aunty's comic timing is unmatched. I'm so excited to see her with the whole gang. Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Paresh Rawal... this is going to be a laugh riot. 🌟
Akshay saying "sabse achchi comedy Farida ji ki hai" is high praise indeed. But knowing Welcome franchise, it's usually slapstick. Hope they've given her something meaty and not just a cameo. 🤞
What a treat to see a legendary actress like Farida Jalal return to comedy! She's done everything from serious roles to this. Bollywood needs to give more such roles to veteran actresses. 👏
Ensemble cast of 30+ actors? Sounds like a
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