In a heartwarming display of support, Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan has given a special shoutout to Pulkit Samrat's upcoming film, "Rahu Ketu," ahead of its theatrical release on January 16, 2026. The gesture has created a buzz around the film, adding to the anticipation surrounding this comedy-fantasy.
Pulkit Samrat, visibly moved by Bachchan's gesture, expressed his gratitude on social media. The shoutout from the legendary actor is a proud and memorable moment for the entire team behind "Rahu Ketu".
"Rahu Ketu" is a comedy-adventure film written and directed by Vipul Vig. The film is produced by Umesh Kumar Bansal, Pragati Deshmukh, Suraj Singh, and Varsha Kukreja under the banners of Zee Studios and BLive Productions. "Rahu Ketu" stars Pulkit Samrat, Varun Sharma, and Shalini Pandey in the lead roles, along with Chunky Panday, Piyush Mishra, Amit Sial, Manu Rishi Chadda, and Sumit Gulati.
The film revolves around Rahu and Ketu, two characters who emerge from the magical notebook of writer Churu Lal. These two "clueless yet lovable characters" embark on a chaotic journey to retrieve the notebook from the clutches of the crafty Meenu Taxi. Along the way, they stumble upon surprising truths about their origins, encounter a dangerous drug mafia, and ultimately take control of their destiny.
The trailer for "Rahu Ketu" was released on November 20, 2025, offering a glimpse into the film's blend of mythology and modern-day chaos. The trailer introduces the mythological context of Rahu and Ketu through the voice of Piyush Mishra, setting the stage for a story that combines ancient beliefs with contemporary human behavior. Pulkit Samrat plays an ambitious character, while Varun Sharma embodies situational and physical comedy.
Pulkit Samrat shared his excitement about being part of a fantasy-based story that presents mythology in a fun and accessible way. Varun Sharma added that the film's humor stems from real human behavior, highlighting how people react when things spiral out of control. Shalini Pandey praised director Vipul Vig for allowing the actors to trust their instincts.
"Rahu Ketu" also features the song "Kismat Ki Chaabi" featuring Raja Kumari and Abhinav Shekhar. The song was launched on December 22, 2025, aligning with the state's Nasha Mukti Abhiyan.
Amitabh Bachchan, meanwhile, has several other projects lined up, including "Be Happy", "Cocktail 2", "Section 84", "Ishq Chakallas", and an untitled project with Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan. He will also be seen in "Kalki 2898 AD 2".
