Jee Le Zaraa Is Very Much In The Works, Confirms Zoya Akhtar

Since its announcement in 2021, Jee Le Zaraa has faced ongoing speculation about its status, with rumours suggesting it might be shelved due to Priyanka Chopra and Katrina Kaif potentially leaving the project. Addressing these rumours, director Zoya Akhtar recently assured that the film is "very much in the works." She explained that the delays are due to coordinating schedules among the cast and Farhan Akhtar.

Zoya Akhtar Confirms Jee Le Zaraa Is 'Very Much in the Works', A Look at Cast Responses Over the Years

In June, Alia Bhatt also commented on the film's progress during an interview with News18. She emphasised, "The intention to make the film remains very strong from everyone involved. Sometimes, timing is crucial, and we must wait for the right moment. However, everyone is committed to ensuring that this film eventually makes it to the big screen."

Earlier in 2022, Priyanka Chopra spoke how the road trip film Jee Le Zaraa took root in Chopra’s mind after she had a long telephonic chat with Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt. She revealed that she first called Kaif and Bhatt before contacting anybody else and added that she wanted the film to be on the terms of women.

In an interview, the actor spoke about how the film industry always put women secondary to men. Chopra said, “The heroes decide where the movie is shot, who is cast and what’s happening. We are living in a time where women need to be able to have agency in their lives."

In the same year, Katrina Kaif shared with Pinkvilla, "We're all eagerly anticipating the film. It's had its ups and downs, but I believe when it finally comes together, it's going to be a lot of fun."

More About the Cast

The film, a buddy road movie, will mark Farhan Akhtar's return to directing after more than a decade. It was first announced on the 20th anniversary of his directorial debut, Dil Chahta Hai. Farhan has since announced Don 3 as his next project, featuring Ranveer Singh and Kiara Advani. Currently, the film’s production may still be a while away.

On the professional front, Alia Bhatt has several projects lined up, including Jigra, Love and War, and Alpha. Priyanka Chopra is set to release Heads of State and has recently completed filming for The Bluff. Katrina Kaif has yet to announce her next project.