Siddharth Anand's Fighter features Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor, Karan Singh Grover, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Rishabh Sawhney, and Akshay Oberoi in prominent roles.
Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's much-anticipated film Fighter has finally hit the theatres on January 23. Directed by Siddharth Anand, Fighter marks Deepika's first on-screen collaboration with Hrithik. The aerial actioner also features Anil Kapoor, Karan Singh Grover, Sanjeeda Sheikh, Rishabh Sawhney, and Akshay Oberoi in prominent roles.
Anil Kapoor jokes about Fighter's comparison with Top Gun
Anil Kapoor has reacted to Fighter's comparison with Top Gun. Anil, who has worked with Tom in Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, laughed at the comparisons and said, "Isse desi film nahi ho sakti. Is mein Hrithik Roshan hai, Deepika Padukone hai, Anil Kapoor hai, us mein tha kya? Nahi na. Toh yeh toh original hai." Anil further added, "Isse desi film aap dekh nahi sakte. Desi and classy."
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Anupam Kher loves Fighter and lauds his students- Hrithik and Deepika
Anupam Kher reviewed Fighter, praised his acting students, Hrithik and Deepika, and called his friend, Anil Kapoor, 'baap of acting'. On X, he wrote, "Just finished watching #SiddharthAnand’s #FighterMovie!! EXCELLENT! Loved it. Every department of the film is first rate. Proud of two of my students! Yes! I am showing off. Both @iHrithik & @deepikapadukone are breathtakingly spectacular! All other actors have done a great job! And What can I say about my friend @AnilKapoor. He is certainly the BAAP of acting. Jai Ho!"
Siddharth Anand on comparisons between Fighter and Top Gun
As both are aerial actioners, Fighter has been compared with Top Gun since its first look was out. Speaking about the same, Siddharth Anand told Zoom, "I think it is inevitable. As a filmmaker, you have to be prepared that if you make a film on planes they will call it Top Gun because they have no reference point so they believe that we are not so creative, that we will do things that are a rip-off. We need to start looking at our films with a little bit more respect and not constantly believe that things are being ripped off. People do get inspired, even in the West, by content that is created in the East."
Netizens call Hrithik Roshan-Deepika Padukone's chemistry 'pure magic'
Netizens are appreciating Hrithik and Deepika's chemistry in Fighter and calling it "pure magic". One of the X users wrote, "Hrithik and Deepika's chemistry in Fighter is pure magic! Add mind-blowing stunts and you've got a perfect Republic Day treat."
Deepika Padukone poses with paparazzi at Fighter screening
Deepika Padukone, who plays Squadron Leader Minal Rathore with the call sign Minni in the Siddharth Anand directorial, was seen posing with the paps at the special screening of the film. Fighter is Deepika's third collaboration with the filmmaker after Bachna Ae Haseeno and Pathaan.
Taran Adarsh calls Fighter 'king-sized entertainer'
Sharing his 4.5 stars review of Fighter, popular trade analyst and film critics Taran Adarsh called Fighter "king-sized entertainer". He wrote, "#OneWordReview...#Fighter: BRILLIANT...Rating: 4.5 #War. #Pathaan. Now #Fighter. Director #SiddharthAnand scores a hat-trick...Aerial combat, drama, emotions and patriotism, #Fighter is a KING-SIZED ENTERTAINER, with #HrithikRoshan’s bravura act as the topping...JUST DON’T MISS IT. #FighterReview".
Hrithik Roshan poses with Saba Azad at Fighter special screening
A special screening of Fighter was held for the celebrities on the release date. Hrithik Roshan's girlfriend Saba Azad came to support the actor. The couple posed together for the paps and the video of the same went viral on social media. Deepika Padukone, Siddharth Anand, Bipasha Basu, Karan Singh Grover, Anupam Kher, and Anil Kapoor also attended the screening.
Sonam Kapoor supports dad Anil Kapoor for Fighter
Sonam Kapoor showed her support to her father Anil Kapoor for Fighter as she took to Instagram, shared his still from the film, and wrote, "Rocky has taken the flight! @anilskapoor #Fighter In Cinemas Now." Anil Kapoor plays Grup Captain Rakesh Jai Singh, whose call sign is Rocky, in the aerial actioner.
Hrithik Roshan's entry scene in Fighter goes viral
Moviegoers, who have gone to see Fighter on the first day in theatres, are sharing the videos of Hrithik Roshan's entry sequence in the film. One of the netizens wrote, "This is what I was waiting for...#HrithikRoshan's iconic entry from #Fighter."
Siddharth Anand says Fighter is 'Made In India'
As Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone-starrer Fighter is being applauded for showcasing patriotism, the director Siddharth Anand took to his X (formerly known as Twitter) and wrote, "Made IN INDIA hai yeh. Garv se! (This is Made IN INDIA. Proud of it!)", and added an emoji of the Indian National Flag.
Netizens call Deepika Padukone 'real queen of Bollywood'
Netizens can't stop praising Deepika Padukone's action-packed performance in Fighter. One of the tweets read, "Real queen of Bollywood. Learned to fly aircraft for the movie."
Fighter Review
DNA review: "Siddharth Anand’s Fighter can be best described as a film with an identity crisis. It does not know what it wants to be. One moment, it is a slick aerial action film with dogfights that are definitely whistle-worthy, aided by some smooth score. The very next second, it descends into the Sunny Deol, John Abraham-territory of patriotic cinema, discarding slickness for over-the-top sloganeering. In the ends of a less experienced director, this film could have become a khichdi of sorts." Read full review here
Deepika Padukone reacts to Ayushmann Khurrana’s video on Sher Khul Gaye
Ayushmann Khurrana recently shared a video dancing with his daughter on Fighter song Sher Khul Gaye. Deepika Padukone shared the video on her Instagram account and praised her daughter's dance moves. The actress wrote, "Gosh! The little ones got some serious swag" and a heart emoji.
Shah Rukh Khan’s review of Fighter trailer
In a conversation with News18, Siddharth Anand revealed Shah Rukh Khan's reaction to Fighter trailer and said, "He loved the trailer. In fact, I met him the day it was released. He loved the look of the villain and the stunts. According to him, the CGI appeared very seamless. He was very impressed."
Fighter public review
Netizens hail Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's action packed performances in Fighter. The film has openned to positive response from the audience with the fans heaping praise on the film's VFX and calling it 'paisa vasool'
IAF officer praises Fighter
A video is going viral on social media which shows Siddharth Anand and Hrithik Roshan interacting with Indian Air Force officers. In the clip, the officer can be heard praising Fighter and calling it "fantastic."
Fighter opening day prediction
As per trade analyst Atul Mohan, “Fighter could be looking at a Rs 20-25 crore opening day in terms of net domestic collections. It may even be lower given the buzz for the film is not sky high. However, the Republic Day could give it a boost provided the content is good.”
Sussanne Khan calls Fighter 'mega movie'
Sussanne Khan congratulated Hrishik Roshan and Deepika Padukone.
Bipasha Basu's special message for husband
Bipasha Badu penned a specail message for her husband Karan Singh Grover, she wrote, "I know you love your crazy wife. Fighter. Wishing you @iamksgofficial and the entire team of Fighter stupendous succes. Durga Durga #fighter."
Fans call Fighter 'greatest action film in Bollywood'
Moviegoers called Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone-starrer 'greatest action film' in Bollywood after seeing the first half
Fighter gets standing ovation from IAF officers
While sharing fans' reviews for Fighter, Siddharth Anand revealed that the film got a standing ovation at the special screening for IAF officers as he wrote, "The standing ovation was the most gratifying experience ever!! So grateful."
Rakesh Rohan reviews Fighter
Hrithik Roshan's dad and filmmaker Rakesh Roshan shared his review for Fighter as he wrote on Twitter, "Watched…Fighter the best, Hrithik the best, Deepika the best, Anil the best, Sid the bestest, SALUTE to all."
Fans dress up as Fighters
Fans were seen dressed up as IAF Fighters as they are excited to watch Hrithik Roshan-starrer
Hrithik Roshan's post for Indian Air Force
A day before film's realese, Hrithik took to Twitter and wrote, "The Indian Air Force band's powerfully rousing rendition of the #SpiritOfFighter theme echoes in the skies and makes our hearts soar. Truly an honour! #VandeMataram #Fighter"
First day-first show
Fans were seen celebrating outside theatres, their level of excitement can clearly be seen in these videos.
The trailer for Fighter was released last week, featuring high-octane aerial action sequences. In the trailer, Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and the Fighter team embark on a mission in response to an airstrike from across the border that impacts the nation.
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