In 2022, Alia Bhatt made a significant career milestone by debuting as a producer with the movie Darlings. This dark comedy, which featured Alia Bhatt alongside Vijay Varma, Shefali Shah, and Roshan Mathew, quickly became a fan favorite, earning critical acclaim and audience appreciation. The film's unique narrative, coupled with stellar performances from its cast, contributed to its widespread success. Two years after its release, the cast and crew celebrated the film's second anniversary, reflecting on its journey and the impact it had on their careers and the audience.
On August 5, 2024, Alia Bhatt and Vijay Varma took to their social media platforms to commemorate the second anniversary of "Darlings." Alia shared a heartfelt post on her Instagram, expressing her gratitude and reminiscing about the film's journey. The post was accompanied by a video shared by Eternal Sunshine Productions, Alia's production house, highlighting special moments from the film's production, including behind-the-scenes footage, promotional events, and candid moments with the cast and crew. The video was captioned, "Celebrating two years of Darlings," with the text on the video reading, "Double the funs, double the loves. Happy Two Darlings."
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Vijay Varma, who portrayed the negative role of Hamza in the film, also shared the video on his Instagram stories, tagging his co-stars Alia Bhatt, Shefali Shah, Roshan Mathew, and director Jasmeet K Reen. Vijay's post was filled with affection for his team, stating, "My fav team." The camaraderie and mutual respect among the cast members were evident, reflecting the close bond they formed during the making of the film.
Darlings, which was released on Netflix, was a joint venture by Alia's Eternal Sunshine Productions and Red Chillies Entertainment, backed by Gauri Khan and Gaurav Verma. The film's success was not just a personal triumph for Alia but also a significant achievement for the entire production team. Alia's role as Badru was particularly praised for its depth and complexity, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Reflecting on the film's production journey, Alia recalled the nervous excitement she felt when the film went on floors. In a special post from 2021, she wrote, "Day one of DARLINGS! My first film as a producer but I will always be an actor first & forever (in this case a very nervous actor)." She further shared her pre-production jitters, stating, "I dream all night about messing up my lines...become jumpy...reach set 15 mins before time fearing I’ll be late! I guess this feeling will never go away...and it shouldn’t - because being nervous...and feeling unsure means you really really care."
The celebration of the film's second anniversary was a testament to its enduring legacy and the lasting impact it had on its viewers and creators. The official Instagram handle of Eternal Sunshine Productions posted the commemorative video, which received an outpouring of love and admiration from fans and industry peers alike. The caption, "Double the funs, double the loves. Happy Two Darlings," encapsulated the joyous occasion and the affection the film continues to garner.
As Alia Bhatt gears up for her next project as a producer, "Jigra," directed by Vasan Bala, she looks back at "Darlings" with fondness and pride. "Jigra," co-produced by Eternal Sunshine Productions and Dharma Productions, is set to release on October 11, starring Vedang Raina. The anticipation for her next venture is high, as fans eagerly await to see what new heights Alia will achieve with her growing repertoire of roles both in front of and behind the camera.
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