Shahid Kapoor recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of his iconic film “Kaminey” by sharing a montage video featuring memorable snippets from the movie on Instagram. The film, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj and released in 2009, showcased Shahid in dual roles as the twins Charlie and Guddu. Shahid’s Instagram post, captioned “Fifteen years of Kaminey!”, sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans and fellow actors, with many praising his performance and calling the film a classic.
“Kaminey” was a significant film in Shahid Kapoor’s career, as it allowed him to display his range as an actor, portraying two very different characters with distinct speech impediments one with a lisp and the other with a stutter. The film, set against the gritty backdrop of the Mumbai underworld, was lauded for its unique storytelling, strong performances, and an unforgettable soundtrack composed by Vishal Bhardwaj with lyrics by Gulzar. Songs like “Dhan Te Nan” and “Pehli Baar Mohabbat” became instant hits.
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Shahid’s post was met with comments from fans and industry colleagues, who expressed their admiration for the film and Shahid’s performance. Some fans even called for a sequel to “Kaminey.” Arjun Kapoor commented saying, “Most fav film ever !!! ” Jibraan Khan said, “Classic ”
On the career front, Shahid Kapoor has evolved from his debut in the 2003 romantic comedy “Ishq Vishk” to delivering powerful performances in films like “Jab We Met,” “Haider,” “Padmaavat,” and “Kabir Singh.” His most recent appearance was in the science fiction romantic comedy “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.”
Looking ahead, Shahid is set to star as a police officer in the upcoming action thriller “Deva,” directed by Rosshan Andrrews and produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur. The film, which also features Pooja Hegde and Pavail Gulati, is scheduled for release on February 14, 2025, promising an action-packed and dramatic experience for audiences.
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