EXCLUSIVE: Anand Tiwari reveals Triptii Dimri was cast in Bad Newz before Animal; says “It was Karan Johar’s idea”

Actor Triptii Dimri made her Bollywood debut with Laila Manju and went on to do notable movies like Bulbbul and Qala. However, she garnered immense recognition after starring in Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal. But did you know that she bagged Bad Newz way before the success of Animal success? That’s right! And it was none other than Karan Johar’s idea to cast Triptii Dimri in Vicky Kaushal starrer, directed by Anand Tiwari.

The movie’s success at the box office is a testament to its global appeal. With its lighthearted humor and entertaining plot, “Bad Newz” has become a crowd-pleaser, emerging as a major success story worldwide. Recently, the director Anand Tiwari spoke on how Triptii Dimri became the lead in Bad Newz because of Karan Johar.

Anand Tiwari on working as a Director

Anand Tiwari says “I am grateful to have been given opportunities that have become a commerical hit. I have worked with exceptional talents like Angira, Vicky, Shreya to name a few. When we create a story we view it it a very selfish way. When I say selfish I mean we look for characters that would fit. We usually work with people whom we know since 6 to 8 months or maybe 2, 5 to 10 years. When we want an actor to fit in a character, we tend to be protective. Sometimes producers cast actors without being concerned about their star power, their followers.”

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Anand Tiwari on how Triptii became a lead in Bad newz because of KJo

He further adds “However, we are lucky to have been working with people who gave us the opportunity to work with them. Having said this, I was lucky to have worked with Angira in Bang Baaja Baraat, and now she is my wife, similarly I worked with Vicky and he is a friend now. I have never viewed this as a chance to launch new faces but I have backed good talents. Triptii Dimri starred in Bad Newz because it was Karan Johar’s idea, and that was way before Animal finalised its cast. She never worked in any commercial film earlier, her past works are Laila Majnu, Qala and Bulbul. We include talents when we feel they fit right as the character, them becoming a star isn’t our contribution but destiny. We get a chance to work good thats all.”

“Bad Newz” directed by Anand Tiwari, brings a rare and comedic pregnancy phenomenon, Heteropaternal Superfecundation to the big screen. The movie stars Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri, and Ammy Virk. The film was released on July 19th and has been delighting audiences worldwide. The chemistry between the lead trio is undeniable, and the film’s unusual storyline has resonated with viewers.

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