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Akshay Kumar is all set for a big reunion with filmmaker Anees Bazmee. After working on films like Singh Is Kinng, Welcome, and Thank You, the director-actor

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duo will reunite after 15 years. Their last outing was Thank You in 2011. Cut to now, Anees has confirmed working with Akshay again on a comedy film. In an interview, the filmmaker revealed that they will start shooting soon if everything goes as planned.

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Akshay Kumar to reunite with Anees Bazmee

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\nIn an interview with Mid-Day, Anees said, \"It is a comedy. I am writing the script right now, it’s almost complete. If everything goes as planned, we will start shooting soon.\" It is being reported that their film is the remake of Telugu action comedy, Sankranthiki Vasthunam. When asked about it, Anees didn't divulge any details.\n
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\nInstead, he reflected on his long standing association with Akshay. \"There is mutual love and respect between us. When I told him about this film, he was more than happy,\" he said.\n
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\nThe director further highlighted that the writing comedy today requires more precision. \"Earlier, things were more instinctive. Now you have to write with a lot of thought. You also have to keep in mind whether the actors can handle that kind of comedy. I like writing under pressure. That helps me write better. When I’m happy or angry, something good comes out. But if I’m sad or blank, it becomes difficult to write.\"\n
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Anees Bazmee's work front

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\nMeanwhile, on the work front, Anees last directed Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. It featured Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Triptii Dimri and Madhuri Dixit Nene.\n

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Akshay Kumar Set To Reunite With Anees Bazmee After 15 Years, Welcome Director Confirms

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