Janhvi to Lead Sridevi Chaalbaaz Remake: Actress to Play Mother’s Iconic Dual Role

Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor was recently seen in 'Param Sundari'. Her performance in the film has received mixed responses from critics and social media users. After the release of Param Sundari, the actress has got a big film. It is reported that Janhvi may play the lead role (Janhvi Kapoor to play lead in Chaalbaaz remake) in the remake of her late mother Sridevi's film 'Chaalbaaz' (1989).

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In fact, according to information received from sources, "Janhvi Kapoor is all set to play the role of her mother, as she has got an offer to work in the official remake of 'Chaalbaaz' (Janhvi Kapoor to lead mom Sridevi Chaalbaaz remake). For Janhvi, 'Chaalbaaz' is more than just a film. It is an emotion. She has readily accepted the opportunity to play the lead role in 'Chaalbaaz' (Janhvi Kapoor to play lead in Chaalbaaz remake), but she is doing it very carefully".

Janhvi Kapoor will make a decision by September

The source further added, "Jhanvi doesn't want to just take advantage of her mother's legacy. The actress is taking opinions from people for the remake of 'Chaalbaaz'. She is excited, but also wary of all the comparisons. She is expected to take a decision on the remake of 'Chaalbaaz' by the end of September."

Netizens felt unhappy (Netizens Feel Janhvi Kapoor Will Ruin Chaalbaaz)

After this news broke, netizens are clearly unhappy with the news of Janhvi working in the Chaalbaaz remake. One netizen tweeted, "WHAT??????????? NO WAY!!!! INSOLVENCY!!!! Please don't disrespect my childhood memories and beloved movies". Another x user wrote, "Single role hota nahi hai, double karoge?" Another netizen tweeted, "If she takes up this project, then obviously she can't match Sridevi's acting. Her role will be doubled". 

Chalbaaz was released on 8 December 1989

Chalbaaz is a 1989 Indian Hindi-language comedy film directed by Pankaj Parasher and written by Rajesh Majumdar and Kamlesh Pandey. It stars Sridevi, Sunny Deol, and Rajinikanth. The film revolves around twin sisters (Chalbaaz was released on 8 December 1989) Anju and Manju, who are separated at birth. Anju lives with her evil uncle, who plans to usurp her property and traumatizes her by beating her. On the other hand, Manju grows up in a slum and is a tomboy. The film Chalbaaz was released on 8 December 1989.

Janhvi Kapoor Upcoming Films

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Janhvi Kapoor will soon be seen in the film 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari'. Varun Dhawan will be seen in the lead role with the actress in the film. After hits like Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014) and Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017), Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is Varun Dhawan's third film with director Shashank Khaitan. Along with Varun and Janhvi Kapoor, the film also stars Rohit Saraf, Sanya Malhotra, Akshay Oberoi and Manish Paul in lead roles. The film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari will be released in theaters on October 2. The film will compete with Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1'.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is known about the Chaalbaaz remake?
Chaalbaaz was a 1989 hit Bollywood film in which Sridevi played the dual role of twin sisters named Anju and Manju. According to recent news, Janhvi Kapoor is in talks to play the lead role in the official remake of this film. The project is an attempt to pay tribute to her mother Sridevi's legacy.

2. Has Janhvi Kapoor given her nod for the Chaalbaaz remake?
Janhvi Kapoor is currently in talks for the project and a final decision is expected by the end of September 2025. According to sources, for her, the film is not just a project but an emotional responsibility, and she is being cautious for fear of comparisons.

3. Who is producing and directing the Chaalbaaz remake?
Currently, the names of the producer and director have not been revealed. However, according to some sources, the makers had met Janhvi's father Boney Kapoor several times before meeting her. The details of the project are being kept confidential.

4. Is this different from the Chaalbaaz in London project?
Yes, Chaalbaaz in London was a different project, which was announced in 2021 by Bhushan Kumar and Pankaj Parasher with Shraddha Kapoor. It was not a remake of the original Chaalbaaz but a new story, which has been stalled due to the pandemic and casting problems. The current remake is an official remake of the original 1989 Chaalbaaz, with Janhvi Kapoor in consideration.

5. What was the story of the original Chaalbaaz movie?
In the 1989 film Chaalbaaz, Sridevi played twin sisters named Anju and Manju who were separated at birth. Anju is quiet and submissive while Manju is mischievous and adventurous. The film is the story of their life's complications and fun-filled drama, which also starred Sunny Deol, Rajesh Khanna, and Anupam Kher. It was the fifth highest grossing film of 1989.

6. What has Janhvi Kapoor previously said about the Chaalbaaz remake?
Janhvi had previously said in 2021 and 2024 that she is not in favour of remakes of her mother Sridevi's classic films like Chaalbaaz and Mr India, as these films are too iconic and should not be touched. However, recent reports suggest that she is now considering this remake.

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