December 18, 2024: Renowned Kannada director Upendra Rao is creating a significant buzz in the film industry with the upcoming release of his film UI, and the excitement surrounding the project has recently been amplified by none other than Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan.
In a heartwarming video shared by Upendra on social media, Aamir Khan is seen expressing his admiration for UI, calling its trailer “mind-blowing” and “unbelievable.” He went on to say, “I think it’s going to be a huge hit. Even Hindi audiences are going to love it. When I saw the trailer, I was shocked. It’s an amazing trailer. Wishing you all the best.” Aamir’s praise for the film, which is set in a dystopian 2040, is a huge endorsement for Upendra and his team, and it underscores the universal appeal that UI is poised to have.
Upendra, visibly humbled by Aamir’s kind words, spoke about his surprise at the Bollywood icon’s appreciation. The director remarked, “He (Aamir Khan) is a global star. I never expected that he would appreciate our trailer. It was really sweet of him. Hats off to him. I thank him for the kind words he shared about our film.”
UI, which features an ensemble cast including Reeshma Nanaiah, Murali Sharma, P. Ravi Shankar, Guruprasad, and Nidhi Subbaiah, is touted as a gripping, futuristic tale set in a dystopian world. Reeshma Nanaiah, one of the leading actresses, also shared her excitement about the film, describing it as “a unique film” that will provide the audience with “a different experience for sure.”
With Aamir Khan’s endorsement and the anticipation surrounding the film’s innovative concept, UI is quickly becoming one of the most anticipated releases in Kannada cinema. The film is set to hit theaters on December 20, and with such positive early reactions, it seems poised for success, not only among Kannada audiences but also potentially drawing in viewers from across India.