Mumbai: 15th August was a very special day for fans of Bollywood star Akshay Kumar. On the occasion of Independence Day, Khiladi Kumar not only brought ‘Khel Khel Mein’ but also made a special appearance in the horror comedy ‘Stree 2’.
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao starrer ‘Stree 2’ released in theatres on Thursday morning. It received positive reviews from critics and audiences. Interestingly, Akshay Kumar is also being praised for his special appearance in the film.
While details about his role are not yet clear, it seems likely that his character will remain in Maddock’s supernatural universe.
Netizens have praised Akshay’s brief but impactful appearance on social media.
A social media user wrote, “Akshay Kumar’s unexpected entry in this horror-comedy series was a pleasant surprise.”
Another user commented, “Akshay Kumar has entered horror movies. #Stree2 is the best movie of the year 2024.”
‘Stree 2’ is directed by Amar Kaushik. Also, the film also has a special cameo by actor Varun Dhawan. So, according to audience reviews so far, ‘Stree 2’ is being considered “full paisa vasool”.
On Wednesday, the team of ‘Stree’ arrived in Delhi to promote the film, making the city a hub of lively discussions and star-studded events.
During a press conference, Shraddha, who is reprising her role in the sequel, shared her thoughts on the powerful theme of the film.
Reflecting on the phrase “She is a woman, she can do anything”, Kapoor said, “The greatest thing a woman can do is love another woman for another woman. I think women empower women in the most powerful way. Being a woman is a superpower in itself, and having a film like ‘Stree’ named after this concept is incredibly empowering.”
Shraddha, who is also keen to choose unique and memorable roles, said, “I want to do films that make me feel like I haven’t done this before. Films like ‘Stree’ are special because they are memorable. I aim to be a part of projects that impact people and leave a lasting impression.”
‘Stree 2’ is competing with ‘Khel Khel Mein’ and ‘Veda’ at the box office.
