Deva Team Grateful To Subhash Ghai For Iconic Title Featuring Shahid Kapoor And Pooja Hegde

Celebrating the 80th birthday of the iconic filmmaker Subhash Ghai, producer Siddharth Roy Kapur and the team behind the film Deva express their heartfelt gratitude. They are thankful to Ghai for generously transferring the title Deva, which he had held since 1987 for a project initially intended to feature Amitabh Bachchan.

Ghai had kept the title Deva reserved for decades, envisioning a grand cinematic experience with Amitabh Bachchan in the lead. As Siddharth Roy Kapur's new project began its pre-production phase, it became clear that Deva was an ideal match for their story and Shahid Kapoor's intense lead role.

In a single phone conversation with Siddharth Roy Kapur, Ghai agreed to hand over the title, provided Amitabh Bachchan approved. Bachchan graciously consented, allowing the modern version of Deva to progress. This decision paved the way for a fresh narrative under this esteemed title.

Siddharth Roy Kapur expressed his appreciation: "All of us at Roy Kapur Films and the film's team are so honoured and grateful to Subhashji for entrusting us with the iconic title Deva. In just one call with him, he immediately agreed to relinquish the title with the blessings of Mr. Bachchan, who was also kind enough to give us the go-ahead. Deva is a title that carries immense legacy and weight, having been envisioned by Subhashji himself for a grand project with Mr. Bachchan in the late '80s. His passing this torch to us speaks volumes about his generosity. The entire Deva team is doing everything possible to uphold this title's essence and to deliver an action extravaganza that echoes the intensity and impact that Subhashji had once envisioned. Happy 80th Birthday Subhashji! We hope to make you proud."

The team behind Deva is committed to honouring this legacy by creating an action-packed film that reflects Ghai's original vision. This gesture from Ghai highlights his generosity and trust in their ability to do justice to such a significant title.