Karan Johar, the acclaimed director of the Hindi film industry, has rekindled speculation about the revival of his shelved project, Shuddhi. Following the tremendous success of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Karan Johar appears poised to don the director’s hat once again. The catalyst for these rumors is a new promo for Koffee With Karan 8 featuring the charismatic Vicky Kaushal, who, with his raw and rugged appearance, has left fans eagerly anticipating his involvement in Shuddhi.
Shuddhi initially aimed to star Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor Khan, but the project faced insurmountable challenges and was subsequently linked to Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt. Unfortunately, these casting attempts also proved unsuccessful, leading to the film’s shelving in 2016. Karan Johar, expressing his frustration at the time, pleaded with the public to refrain from questioning him about Shuddhi, citing a perceived jinx surrounding the project.
Watch the new promo of Koffee With Karan 8.
With Vicky Kaushal’s intriguing revelation in the KWK 8 promo that he is set to undertake “Shhuddhi,” speculation has intensified regarding whether he will lead Karan Johar’s envisioned project—a tale woven around reincarnation. Vicky’s stellar debut performance and subsequent critical acclaim have positioned him as a formidable actor, drawing both critical acclaim and audience appeal. The anticipation for his upcoming release, Sam Bahadur, is palpable, with fans hopeful for his potential recognition with a National Award in the best actor category.
Should Karan Johar choose Vicky Kaushal as the lead for Shuddhi, audiences can expect an official announcement that will undoubtedly be met with eager anticipation.
