SRK, Mani Ratnam's Funny Banter on Film Together Wins Hearts, Fans Hope for 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' Remake

Mani Ratnam wove the spellbinding ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ magic with Shah Rukh Khan in the 1998 masterpiece, ‘Dil Se.’ Since that momentous collaboration, fans have eagerly anticipated the rekindling of their magical synergy. However, the tables turned recently when Shah Rukh Khan himself revealed his deep desire to share the screen with Mani Sir once again, going to the extent of playfully begging him on stage during the CNN-News18 Indian Of The Year 2023 event.

The funny banter between the two not only stole the spotlight but also ignited a fervent hope among SRK enthusiasts, who now yearn for a surprise collaboration, perhaps even a sequel of ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ with King Khan dancing atop a plane, as SRK humourously suggested.

It all unfolded at the event when SRK was asked if he’d consider pitching a film idea to Mani Ratnam. Responding with theatrical flair, he declared, “It’s all out in the open now. I’m requesting you, I’m begging you, and I’m telling you every time to do a film with me. I swear, this time, I’ll dance on top of the plane for ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ if you tell me.” When probed about the possibility of another film with Shah Rukh, the director quipped that it would happen ‘when he (Shah Rukh) buys a plane…’

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Basking in the glory of his 2023 box office triumphs, including the stellar performances of ‘Pathaan’ and ‘Jawan,’ Shah Rukh Khan, in his signature wit, quipped, “Mani, let me just tell you, the way my films are doing… this plane is not far away.” To this, the filmmaker humourously promised to bring it back to earth, eliciting laughter. However, SRK wasn’t done yet, ensuring that he left no stone unturned with a parting shot: “Thank you, Mani sir, for the film! March, I’ll be there sir. Morning shift, 2 am.”

The clip of this lively exchange has swiftly made its way to social media, captivating fans who are already enraptured by this iconic moment. This episode, amidst the grandeur of the evening, stands alongside SRK’s self-labelling as ‘Indian for all ages’ after securing the ‘Indian of the Year 2023’ award.

Commenting on the spectacle, one user on the micro-blogging site ‘X’ declared, “Shah Rukh Khan’s pitch to Mani Ratnam for another film after Dil Se is so wholesome. SRK said he will dance to Chaiyya Chaiyya on top of a plane this time.” Another shared, “I had a constant smile while watching this. Can only guess what a riot of wit & jokes it would be on a #ManiRatnam set with #ShahRukhKhan around! Janta ki appeal: Give us another #DilSe with a plane!”

The sentiment was echoed by a third user, encapsulating the general excitement: “Shah Rukh Khan’s pitch to Mani Ratnam for another film after Dil Se is so wholesome. SRK said he will dance to Chaiyya Chaiyya on top of a plane this time.”

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Truly, who wouldn’t be eager to witness the resurrection of this enchanting magic on the silver screen?