Mumbai, September 21, 2024 (Yes Punjab News)
The anticipation surrounding the fourth installment of the Race franchise is growing, especially with the exciting news that Saif Ali Khan will be making a comeback.
Khan, who starred in the first two Race films, was notably replaced by Salman Khan in Race 3, but his return has thrilled fans of the series.
Details on Race 4’s Production
In a recent conversation with Bollywood Hungama, Shiraz Ahmed, the writer of all three previous Race films, provided some updates on Race 4. According to Ahmed, “Race 4 will go on floors in January (2025). The script is almost completed and so is the casting. Saif Ali Khan and Sidharth Malhotra’s casting is already out in the media. The rest of the cast will be revealed by the producers, Tips Films, at the right time in a proper announcement.”
Ahmed also shared some insights about the storyline: “For Race 4, we have continued the story and characters from Race 1 and 2. We have gone back to the same world of the first two films.” This news will excite fans of the original movies, as they were known for their thrilling plot twists and intense character dynamics.
Race 3’s Reception and Changes
While *Race 3* performed well at the box office, it faced criticism from both fans and critics. Ahmed reflected on the challenges of Race 3, particularly with the involvement of Salman Khan: “In Race 3, we shifted a bit from the Race franchise in terms of characters. If you remove the title ‘Race’ from the film, you will enjoy it. People went to see Race, but they got something else. We had Salman Khan in the film, so you need to keep certain things in mind. He doesn’t play negative roles, and his fans would never like to see him in such roles. So, certain boundaries were set. Still, we tried to do whatever we could.”
The third movie took a different direction compared to its predecessors, which were directed by Abbas-Mustan. Remo D’Souza stepped in to direct Race 3, and while it was visually grand, fans missed the signature Race elements of suspense and deception.
Director for Race 4 Yet to be Announced
As of now, the director for Race 4 has not been finalized. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if Abbas-Mustan will return to direct the fourth film or if a new director will take the reins. Despite this uncertainty, the excitement surrounding the project continues to build.
What to Expect from Race 4
With the return of Saif Ali Khan and the involvement of Sidharth Malhotra, Race 4 promises to bring back the essence of the first two films. By revisiting familiar characters and the suspense-filled world of the original Race movies, the film has the potential to reignite the franchise and win back fans who may have been disappointed with Race 3.
As production is set to begin in January 2025, more details are expected to be revealed soon, including the rest of the cast and the much-anticipated director announcement.
Fans of the Race franchise can now look forward to a thrilling continuation of the story, with Saif Ali Khan leading the charge once again.
FAQs About Race 4 and Saif Ali Khan’s Return
1. When will Race 4 start filming?
Race 4 is set to begin filming in January 2025, according to Shiraz Ahmed, the writer of the Race franchise.
2. Is Saif Ali Khan returning for Race 4?
Yes, Saif Ali Khan is returning to reprise his role in Race 4. He previously starred in the first two films of the franchise but was replaced by Salman Khan in Race 3.
3. Who else is confirmed to be in the cast of Race 4?
Along with Saif Ali Khan, Sidharth Malhotra is confirmed to be part of the cast. The rest of the cast will be announced by the producers, Tips Films, in due course.
4. Will Race 4 continue the story from Race 1 and 2?
Yes, Race 4 will return to the world and characters introduced in the first two Race films, as confirmed by Shiraz Ahmed. This has excited fans who enjoyed the suspense and action of the original movies.
5. Who will direct Race 4?
As of now, the director for Race 4 has not been finalized. The first two films were directed by Abbas-Mustan, while Remo D’Souza directed Race 3.
