Deepika Padukone pens an emotional note for Irrfan Khan as their film ‘Piku’ re-releases on its 10th Anniversary
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Piku, Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan have announced that the beloved film will be re-released in cinemas on May 9. The actress shared this exciting news on Instagram with a heartfelt video featuring Bachchan, while also paying tribute to the late Irrfan Khan.
Deepika’s Heartfelt Tribute
In her caption, Deepika wrote, “A film that will always have my heart – PIKU is back in theatres on 9th May, 2025 to celebrate its 10th anniversary! Irrfan, we miss you! And think about you every so often…” The post also included a video of Bachchan encouraging fans to revisit the film in cinemas on May 9.
Fans Excited for the Re-Release
Padukone’s announcement of Piku’s re-release has thrilled fans, who flooded her Instagram post with heartfelt comments. One fan wrote, “One of the best movies I’ve ever seen! Outstanding.” Another shared, “This movie will always have my heart.” The excitement was echoed in comments such as, “Can’t wait to watch!! One of the best movies and one of my favourites too,” and “Can’t wait to see Piku-Rana again.”
About the Film and Its Impact
In Piku, Deepika Padukone plays a daughter who goes on a road trip with her father, played by Amitabh Bachchan. Irrfan Khan portrays their cab driver. The film was loved for its humour, and all three actors were praised for their performances. Fans especially appreciated the chemistry between Deepika and Irrfan.
Director’s Insight on Irrfan’s Role
Director Shoojit Sircar shared in the book Irrfan: A Life in Movies by Shubhra Gupta that Irrfan initially believed Piku would be a love story because Deepika was in it. He also said the role was very significant for Irrfan, as it gave him the opportunity to work alongside a top actress.
