Vir Das Reveals Imran Khan ‘Texted’ Him Wishing To Star In Happy Patel; Shares, “Can I Come And Do Something Fun In The Film?”

Vir Das, who is all set to make his directorial debut as a director with Aamir Khan Productions’ upcoming film Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, recently shared an interesting behind-the-scenes anecdote from the film, revealing how actor Imran Khan came on board in the most unexpected way. Speaking about the collaboration, Vir opened up about how a simple message turned into an exciting creative opportunity that eventually shaped a key character in the film.

Vir Das Reveals He Incorporated Imran Khan’s Character After His Request

Recalling the moment, Vir said, “One day, I got a text from Imran. He doesn’t even use WhatsApp,” he revealed. “The message said, ‘Hey, I hear the movie is shaping up nicely. Can I come and do something fun in the film?’” The message, according to Vir, came as a pleasant surprise, especially considering Imran’s selective approach to projects and his general distance from the spotlight in recent years.

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What followed was a collaborative process driven by instinct and trust. Vir shared that once Imran expressed interest, he felt compelled to do justice to the actor’s willingness to step back into a film set. “After he reached out to me, I went back and incorporated him into the script of Happy Patel,” Vir explained. “I was like, yes, definitely, but then give me some time. I’ll craft a character for you that is entertaining and wild, and we need to do something you’ve never attempted before.”

The trailer of Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos has taken the fun to another level. With its high humour quotient, the trailer features several entertaining and quirky moments, promising a thoroughly entertaining film. As both director and actor, Vir Das brings a refreshing brand of quirky comedy that is sure to deliver plenty of laughs. Packed with energy, charm, and a youthful vibe, the trailer further heightens the excitement for the film’s release.

Produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, Happy Patel is directed by Vir Das and stars Mona Singh, Sharib Hashmi, and Mithila Palkar in pivotal roles, and is slated to release in theatres on 16th January 2026.

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Varsha Tiwari

Varsha Tiwari is a budding content writer passionate about Bollywood, pop culture, and the stories behind the spotlight. She enjoys breaking down trends, celebrity moments, and film narratives into engaging, reader-friendly content. Always curious and observant, she is currently pursuing a Master’s in Communication and Journalism. Outside of writing, she enjoys painting because storytelling doesn’t always need words to make an impact.