Why did Akshay Kumar move release date of 'Bachchan Pandey'?

Tuesday, 28 January 2020 15:28

Akshay Kumar's 'Bachchan Pandey' has a new release date, all thanks to Aamir Khan.

That's right. Kumar has opted to bow out of a box-office clash with Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha - an official remake of Hollywood's much loved Forrest Gump.

It will now release on January 22, 2021.

Khan took to Instagram to make the announcement.

View this post on Instagram

In a Tweet, Aamir Khan also acknowledged that all it took was "one conversation" to change things around.

Bollywood biggies often opt to secure exclusive release dates so that it doesn't impact their box-office earnings.

More from Entertainment

Prince Harry's children targeted by 'European paparazzi' while at school

Prince Harry's children have been stalked by "certain European paparazzi" while at school in the English countryside, his spokesperson said on Wednesday, describing their conduct as an "extraordinarily reckless" intrusion into the family's privacy.
Taylor Swift makes VMAs history and dedicates award to Dolly Parton

Taylor Swift's showgirl-inspired "The Fate of Ophelia" claimed the most prestigious trophy at MTV's annual Video Music Awards on Sunday, and the singer dedicated the honour to the late country music legend Dolly Parton.
U2 mark 50 years together with concert at school where it all began

U2 marked 50 years as a band on Friday by returning to the school where they started playing together as teenagers and delighted current students with a concert featuring hits such as 'With Or Without You', 'One' and 'Beautiful Day'.
Taylor Swift releases 'Encore' to her hit 'Showgirl' album

Pop music superstar Taylor Swift released four new songs that she added to her 2025 hit album "The Life of a Showgirl" including the single "Patient Zero" about a toxic relationship.