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Shahid Kapoor may be taking a closer look at his upcoming projects. The actor is reportedly stepping away from the apparent Indian adaptation of Freaky
Friday, a development that has sparked fresh speculation about his career choices. While Shahid has consistently gravitated towards distinctive and challenging roles, his recent theatrical outings have delivered mixed results at the box office. Now, sources suggest the actor is becoming more mindful of finding the right balance between compelling content and films that can appeal to a broader theatrical audience. Could this be the reason behind his reported decision regarding Freaky Friday? Here’s what we know so far.
Shahid Kapoor is no longer a part of Freaky Friday remake?
According to a report by Filmfare, Shahid Kapoor is reportedly stepping away from the apparent Indian adaptation of Freaky Friday. While the actor has often chosen projects that allow him to explore different characters and genres, his recent theatrical releases have had a mixed run at the box office.
A source cited by the portal pointed to the commercial performance of Shahid’s recent outings, including Deva and Vishal Bhardwaj’s O’ Romeo. The source noted that both films had a “mild commercial impact”, while Cocktail 2 also failed to make a significant impact at the box office. The source further suggested that these recent results may have made Shahid more conscious about his upcoming choices. The actor is reportedly looking for a balance between interesting material and projects that can connect with a broader theatrical audience.
For now, Shahid’s reported association with the Freaky Friday adaptation remains unclear, with no official confirmation regarding his exit or the project’s current status.
What is Freaky Friday?
Freaky Friday is a popular body-swap story that originated as a 1972 children’s novel by Mary Rodgers. The story follows a mother and her teenage daughter whose constant clashes take an unexpected turn when they magically switch bodies, forcing them to experience each other’s lives and gain a deeper understanding of one another.
Over the years, the story has been adapted several times, including the 1976 film starring Barbara Harris and Jodie Foster, the 1995 television remake, and Disney’s much-loved 2003 version featuring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. The franchise also expanded into a stage musical and a 2018 Disney Channel film, before returning to theatres with Freakier Friday in 2025.
Shahid Kapoor's work front
Shahid was recently seen in Homi Adajania's Cocktail 2, co-starring Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon. The film had an average collection at the box office as it's domestic collection is Rs 113.69 crore and worldwide collection is Rs 147.69 crore.
