Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan on November 2, 2023 turned 58 years old and to mark his birthday the much-awaited movie of the year Dunki's first teaser was released. Dunki's teaser was released on Thursday and in no time it became the talk of the town. In fact, Shah Rukh Khan fans went gaga on social media after witnessing the King of Bollywood coming back in a comic avatar.
Going by Dunki Drop 1 Teaser, SRK plays the character of Hardy who dreams of going to London along with his wife. While Taapsee is playing the female lead, Vicky Kaushal is clearly the surprise element in the video. Notably, Dunki is being made by the makers of the famous movie Munna Bhai Series. To be precise, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Boman Irani, and Vicky Kaushal, Dunki is directed by Rajkumar Hirani. The movie is presented by Jio Studios, Red Chillies Entertainment, and Rajkumar Hirani Films.
Sharing the trailer on his social media, Shah Rukh Khan wrote, "A story of simple and real people trying to fulfill their dreams and desires. Of friendship, love, and being together… Of being in a relationship called Home!
A heartwarming story by a heartwarming storyteller. It’s an honour to be a part of this journey and I hope you all come along with us. The #DunkiDrop1 is here…#Dunki releasing worldwide in cinemas this Christmas."
Going by the trailer, Dunki is set in the backdrop of Punjab and is a story of people who aspires to go to London one day. It is stated that Dunki is inspired by real-life events. Dunki is a tale of illegal immigration speculated to be focusing on Donkey flight.
The term donkey flight refers to an illegal method – a backdoor route often taken by immigrants attempting to enter a foreign country through multiple stops in other nations due to their inability to secure a visa through legitimate means.