During a recent award show, Zakir Khan spoke about the film’s record-breaking run and suggested that the film industry might be feeling a bit envious of its success.
Ameesha Patel clearly belongs to the latter group. Taking to her X (formerly Twitter) account, Ameesha Patel did not hold back and directly addressed Zakir Khan’s statement. She shared a picture of him from the award night and wrote a firm message asking him to stop spreading negativity about the film industry.
In her tweet, Ameesha Patel emphasized that the industry has, in fact, appreciated and respected the success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge. She dismissed the idea of any jealousy and instead highlighted the long-standing achievements of Bollywood’s biggest stars.
Ameesha Patel mentioned superstars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Sunny Deol, Hrithik Roshan, and Ajay Devgn to make her point clear. According to Ameesha Patel, these stars have delivered not just one but over 25 mega hits in their careers and will continue to do so in the future as well.
Her message carried a confident and slightly nostalgic tone, especially when she referenced the legacy of films like Gadar. Ameesha Patel reminded everyone that the industry has been creating blockbuster moments for years and will continue to do so. Her use of “CHILL” in the tweet added a casual but assertive edge, suggesting that Zakir Khan’s comment was unnecessary and exaggerated.
This exchange has once again highlighted the ongoing conversation around success, competition, and perception in Bollywood. While Dhurandhar: The Revenge is clearly enjoying a dream run at the box office, Ameesha Patel’s response underlines that the industry does not see success as a threat, but rather as something to celebrate.
At the same time, Zakir Khan’s comment reflects a different perspective—one that sees such massive success as naturally sparking comparisons and discussion within the industry. Whether taken seriously or as light-hearted commentary, his words have certainly triggered a larger debate.
Ameesha Patel’s reaction shows that she stands firmly behind the film industry and its legacy. By calling out what she sees as negativity, she has defended not just a film, but the larger ecosystem of Bollywood and its stars.
