Bollywood filmmaker Ayan Mukerji, who made a sensational entry into Hindi cinema with the blockbuster Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013), was once considered among the most promising directors of his generation. His career trajectory, however, has taken an unexpected turn following the disappointing performance of his ambitious action spectacle War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr. in the lead roles.
Despite high expectations, War 2 turned out to be a major box-office debacle, drawing criticism for its weak narrative and ineffective character handling. Industry insiders note that Ayan struggled to balance the massive star power of Hrithik and NTR, leading to an uneven execution that failed to resonate with audiences.
The fallout from War 2 appears to have deeply impacted Ayan’s professional choices. According to reliable Bollywood sources, the director has now stepped away from directing Dhoom 4 — the next installment in Yash Raj Films’ iconic action franchise, which is expected to star Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role.
Reportedly, Ayan has communicated his decision to producer Aditya Chopra, expressing a desire to focus on the second chapter of his ambitious fantasy saga, Brahmastra. Sources close to the development reveal that Ayan feels more comfortable helming films with emotional depth, romance, and drama, rather than large-scale action thrillers.
Insiders also point out that Ayan had limited creative control over War 2, as the screenplay was penned by Sridhar Raghavan, unlike his previous works where he oversaw the entire script. The director is said to have felt constrained by the lack of personal creative input on the project.
Currently, Ayan is giving final touches to the script of Brahmastra: Part Two, which is expected to go on floors next year. Meanwhile, Aditya Chopra and Yash Raj Films are reportedly exploring other director options to take Dhoom 4 forward.
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