Daler Mehndi to Make Bollywood Debut as Actor in ‘Welcome To The Jungle’

Mumbai: Famous Punjabi pop singer Daler Mehndi will make his debut as an actor in a Bollywood film in ‘Welcome To The Jungle’, a film in the ‘Welcome’ franchise.

Speaking to The Telegraph, about his film acting debut, the Tunak Tunak Tun singer said, “One day, my close friend Ahmad Khan called me with a proposition. He presented the idea with one condition — that I have to say ‘yes’ to the project. He then revealed his desire for me to take on a role in his upcoming film and also expressed a keen interest in having Mika join the project. Since Mika was with me at the time, I suggested Ahmad speak directly to him. Fortunately, Mika agreed, and in the following days, when I had my first meeting with Feroz Nadiadwala, the producer, I was satisfied with my decision.

“The narration had me in splits. Before we could understand and let it seep in, we were already recording the acapella. The experience was both exciting and humorous. I was onboard, ready to embark on a new journey”, he added.

According to Daler Mehndi, ‘Welcome to The Jungle’ has one of the biggest star cast, creating absolute madness on the sets.

“The world’s first acapella by singers and actors together. It’s a jungle filled with laughter, sincerity and, above all, entertainment. Look at the unique manner in which Ahmad Khan and Firoz Bhai communicated and unveiled the film. It’s unconventional. Who welcomes anyone to the jungle? Yet, here we are”, said the Punjabi pop icon.