Khel Khel Mein trailer launch: Akshay Kumar starrer gives shoutout to Shraddha Kapoor’s Stree 2 ahead of clash; director Mudassar Aziz says, “I don’t look at it as us against them. I want Hindi films to do well” 2 : Bollywood News

The trailer launch of Khel Khel Mein witnessed an unexpected gesture from the film's director, Mudassar Aziz. Amidst the excitement surrounding the upcoming release, Aziz extended a warm welcome to the competition, particularly Stree 2.

Khel Khel Mein trailer launch: Akshay Kumar starrer gives shoutout to Shraddha Kapoor’s Stree 2 ahead of clash; director Mudassar Aziz says, “I don’t look at it as us against them. I want Hindi films to do well”

The film, starring Akshay Kumar, Fardeen Khan, Ammy Virk, Aditya Seal, Pragya Jaiswal, and others, is set to clash with Stree 2 and Vedaa on Independence Day. However, instead of viewing it as a battle, Aziz spoke about the importance of a thriving Hindi film industry.

Mudassar Aziz on Khel Khel Mein Clashing With Stree 2, Vedaa

“First of all, we all are a part of Hindi cinema. That’s the point. A festive weekend is coming. I don't look at it as us against them. I love Amar Kaushik, I have great respect for the work he does. I want both our films to do well. I want Hindi films to do well. We have to work hard to make our industry prosperous, when a festive weekend like that comes, we should ask our audiences to come in. I gave them a shoutout,” he said.

Khel Khel Mein Trailer Gives Shout Out to Stree

The director’s sportsmanlike spirit was further evident in the trailer itself. A subtle yet impactful shoutout to Stree 2 was included in the final ten seconds, with a quote reading, "Stree Aur Purush Dono Dekhein."

Aziz explained, "It’s my way of calling out to Amar and saying that let’s have a great weekend at the box-office. Let’s all do well because that’s what Hindi cinema needs."