Farhan Akhtar commemorated a significant milestone as his sports biopic ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ completed a decade since its release. The film, based on the life of Indian athlete and Olympian Milkha Singh, was directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, with Farhan Akhtar portraying the iconic titular role.
To mark the film’s 10th anniversary, Farhan Akhtar took to his Instagram profile and shared a specially designed poster. Alongside it, he penned a heartfelt note expressing how special the movie is to both him and the audience. He conveyed his gratitude to the fans for their unwavering love and support, which validated the hard work and sacrifices that went into making the film. He also thanked Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra for giving him the opportunity to be a part of celebrating the legendary Milkhaji.
The post garnered immense attention from Farhan’s Instafam, including comments from his sister, filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, and many enthusiastic fans who shared how the film had left a profound impact on their lives. Shankar Mahadevan, who composed the film’s music with Ehsaan and Loy, also chimed in, praising the inspirational tale of Milkhaji that continues to motivate people even after a decade.
‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ featured an impressive cast, including Divya Dutta, Meesha Shafi, Pavan Malhotra, Yograj Singh, Art Malik, Prakash Raj, and a special appearance by Sonam Kapoor. The film received accolades for its powerful storytelling and Farhan Akhtar’s exceptional performance as the legendary athlete.
Following the success of ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag,’ Farhan Akhtar collaborated with Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra again for the film ‘Toofaan’ (2021), where he portrayed the role of a boxing champion. Though the film received a mixed response at the box office, it showcased Farhan’s versatility as an actor.
As for his upcoming projects, Farhan Akhtar is expected to direct the highly-anticipated film ‘Jee Le Zaara,’ starring Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif. However, the film’s production has encountered delays despite being announced in 2021. Fans eagerly await this promising collaboration between Farhan Akhtar and three powerhouse actresses.
