Gippy Grewal on joining hands with KJo: Felt 'Akaal' deserves to be taken out of the boundaries

IANS April 10, 2025 405 views

Punjabi actor-director Gippy Grewal is expanding his film 'Akaal' beyond traditional boundaries through a strategic partnership with Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar. The historical epic set in 1840s Punjab will now be distributed by Dharma Productions in Hindi, significantly increasing its potential audience. Grewal believes this collaboration will help Punjab's cinema reach broader national markets. The film promises to tell a powerful story of honor and resilience during a critical period in Punjab's history.

"We felt that our film deserves to be taken out of the boundaries" - Gippy Grewal, IANS
Gippy Grewal on joining hands with KJo: Felt 'Akaal' deserves to be taken out of the boundaries
New Delhi, April 10: Director-actor and singer Gippy Grewal has talked about joining hands with Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar for his upcoming film “Akaal: The Unconquered” and said that he felt his movie deserved to be taken out of the boundaries.

Key Points

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Gippy Grewal partners with Karan Johar for cross-language film release

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'Akaal' explores 1840s Punjab historical narrative

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Dharma Productions expanding regional cinema reach

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Historical drama showcases Punjabi storytelling

"We felt that our film deserves to be taken out of the boundaries. The boundaries of our regular Punjabi films. So, it should be released in Hindi. In Punjab, we watch Tamil and Telugu films in Hindi. So, our films should be able to see all that," Gippy told IANS.

"I don't think there is anyone better than Karan Johar... We locked things in the first meeting. So, in the next meeting with Karan, everything happened fast."

Gippy said that after Karan, who is distributing the film via his banner Dharma Productions in Hindi, the film has "become bigger."

"After that, we all feel that the film has become bigger. Rest, it's like, your film should be good. Now, with him, our reach has increased. So, the film will reach people. Rest, the film has to do what it has to do," he said.

"Akaal: The Unconquered," which will be released on April 10, is set in the 1840s Punjab. It tells the tale of honor and resilience, following Sardar Akaal Singh and his village as they face a vengeful assault by Jangi Jahan and his forces after the death of Maharaja Ranjeet Singh.

The film also stars Gurpreet Ghuggi and Nimrat Khaira.

Born in Ludhiana, Punjab, Gippy made his acting debut in the 2010 movie, Mel Karade Rabba, which he followed with Carry On Jatta, Lucky Di Unlucky Story, Bhaji in Problem, and Jatt James Bond. He owns production houses Humble Motion Pictures and Big Daddy Films along with his brother Sippy Grewal.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is such an exciting collaboration! Gippy Grewal's vision combined with KJo's reach could really take Punjabi cinema to new heights. Can't wait to watch Akaal! 🙌
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the effort to expand Punjabi cinema's reach, I hope the essence of the story isn't lost in translation. Historical films need careful handling.
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Jaspreet S.
Gippy bhai always pushing boundaries! His films have such authentic Punjabi flavor. Excited to see how this period drama turns out with Dharma's backing.
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Amit R.
Interesting move. KJo's distribution might help, but I hope they don't Bollywood-ify the story too much. The 1840s Punjab setting deserves authentic treatment.
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Simran P.
So proud to see Punjabi cinema getting this recognition! Gippy Grewal has come a long way since Mel Karade Rabba. Wishing the whole team success! ❤️
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Vikram D.
The premise sounds fascinating - Sardar Akaal Singh's story during Maharaja Ranjeet Singh's time. Hope they've done proper historical research for this one.

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