Hrithik Roshan’s upcoming film “Fighter,” directed by Siddharth Anand, is set to hit theaters on January 25, 2024. The movie features a stellar cast, including Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor. Hrithik recently unveiled the introductory poster on his Instagram, showcasing his character, Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania, with the call sign “Patty.” Clad in a formidable uniform, the actor exudes fierceness and handsomeness, proudly representing the Air Dragons unit. His caption reads, “Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania, Call Sign: Patty. Designation: Squadron Pilot, Unit: Air Dragons. Fighter Forever 🇮🇳.”
Notable figures from the industry, such as Farhan Akhtar and Pooja Hegde, lauded Hrithik’s look. Farhan Akhtar commented, “Looking sharp!” while Pooja Hegde exclaimed, “I mean… HOW so fine?!!!!” Hrithik’s girlfriend, Saba Azad, cheered on with, “Go Patty!!! 🔥🔥.”
Fans also showered praise, expressing anticipation for the blockbuster. One fan noted, “Age doesn’t matter for this guy just like a fine wine,” while another declared, “Goat Hrithik Roshan is back!” The motion poster, released on Independence Day 2023, provided a glimpse of Hrithik, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor as Indian Air Force officers. Hrithik shared it on Twitter, saying, “Spirit of Fighter | Vande Mataram! See you in the theatres on the eve of India’s 75th Republic Day. Fighter releases worldwide on 25th January 2024.”
Having diligently prepared for his role, Hrithik documented his fitness journey on Instagram, emphasizing the mental and emotional aspects of the process. The film, initially slated for a September 2022 release, faced delays due to the pandemic but is now set to captivate audiences on Republic Day. “Fighter” marks the reunion of Hrithik Roshan and Siddharth Anand, following their previous collaborations on “Bang Bang!” and “War,” and is the third venture for Deepika Padukone and the director after “Bachna Ae Haseeno” and the recent blockbuster “Pathaan.”