Dhoom 4 without Abhishek Bachchan? The actor once gave a strong reaction to these rumours

It has been 20 years since the action thriller Dhoom first hit our screens, directed by Sanjay Gadhvi. The film captivated audiences with its thrilling mix of high-octane action, bike chases, suspense, romance, and drama. The original cast included Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra, John Abraham, Rimi Sen, and Esha Deol, with John Abraham playing the iconic villain, Kabir. His portrayal, especially the scenes where he rides his bike to the powerful Dhoom background score, became a cinematic moment cherished by many.

In 2006, Dhoom 2 elevated the franchise with the addition of Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, while Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra reprised their roles as Jai and Ali. The third installment, Dhoom 3, saw Aamir Khan and Katrina Kaif join the series. It has been 11 years since the last film was released, and fans have eagerly awaited updates on Dhoom 4.

For our entertainment news readers, it's worth noting that there were reports in the past suggesting Dhoom 4 might proceed without Abhishek Bachchan. However, the Guru actor addressed these rumours with a firm response. In an interview with Zoom, Abhishek made it clear that he and Uday Chopra are integral to the Dhoom franchise. He stated that the series revolves around the adventures of their characters, Jai and Ali.

Abhishek further remarked that while other characters may come and go, he and Uday are like Batman and Robin irreplaceable. He posed the rhetorical question, "Can there be a 'Batman' franchise without Batman?" Reflecting on the journey from Dhoom to Dhoom 3, he shared that it all started with the story of three young men himself, Uday, and John Abraham. Abhishek also revealed that producer Aditya Chopra had a vision to redefine the action genre with Dhoom. As young, hopeful, and enthusiastic filmmakers, they embraced the challenge, though they could never have predicted the immense success that followed.

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Meanwhile, fans have recently taken to social media to express their desire for Shah Rukh Khan to star in Dhoom 4. It remains to be seen if these fan wishes will come true. On the work front, Abhishek Bachchan will next be seen in the films Be Happy and King. In Sujoy Ghosh's King, Abhishek will portray a negative role, starring alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan.