Director Ahmed Khan also revealed that he remained in regular contact with both actors during the making of Welcome to the Jungle. According to him, the veteran stars frequently checked on the film's progress and shared their support
Ever since Welcome to the Jungle was announced, fans have been wondering why Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar are missing from the latest instalment of the popular comedy franchise. Now, Akshay Kumar finally addressed the question and hinted that the beloved duo could return in a future film.
The original Welcome (2007) became a cult favourite, with Akshay Kumar, Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar winning audiences over with their comic timing. While Akshay was absent from Welcome Back (2015), Anil and Nana reprised their iconic roles as Uday Shetty and Majnu Bhai. This time, however, Akshay returns to the franchise, but the veteran actors are not part of Welcome to the Jungle.
Speaking about their absence, Akshay said the franchise has always felt like one big family and expressed hope that everyone would reunite if another sequel is made.
"Welcome is a full family. This is Nana, Mr Anil, me and all the people. This is like family. If 'Welcome 4' is ever made, you will find all of them (in it)," Akshay told PTI.
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