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Amid speculation about their casting in the Hindi remake of Dear Comrade, Siddhant Chaturvedi clarified he is not part of the project. Instead, he expressed his wish to work with Pratibha Ranta on something original, highlighting his preference for fresh narratives over remakes and unverified industry chatter.
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Bollywood actor Siddhant Chaturvedi has addressed recent rumors linking him and actress Pratibha Ranta to the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit Dear Comrade. While social media buzz suggested the two were being considered for lead roles, Siddhant has now clarified that he is not involved in the remake. Instead, he expressed admiration for Pratibha and revealed his desire to collaborate with her on an original project, steering clear of remakes for the time being.
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Siddhant Chaturvedi stated he is “done with remakes for now,” emphasizing his interest in working on fresh, original scripts.
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Pratibha Ranta, known for her performance in Laapataa Ladies, also urged media outlets to avoid spreading unverified information until official announcements are made.
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The rumors around Dear Comrade’s Hindi adaptation had gained traction quickly, with fans speculating about casting choices and drawing comparisons to the original film starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna.
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Siddhant praised Pratibha’s talent and expressed his wish to collaborate with her, but only on a project that offers originality and creative depth.
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Both actors addressed the speculation through social media posts, effectively putting an end to the chatter surrounding their supposed involvement in the remake.
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Industry insiders note that Siddhant’s stance reflects a growing trend among younger actors who prefer unique narratives over repetitive remakes, aiming to build stronger creative identities.
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The clarification has sparked curiosity among fans about what kind of original project Siddhant and Pratibha might collaborate on in the future, given their rising popularity and distinct acting styles.
Sources: Lokmat Times, Times Now, Zoom TV
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