Farhan Akhtar delays Toofan release on Amazon Prime amid Covid-19 crisis: ‘Our focus is completely on the pandemic’
Farhan Akhtar plays a national-level boxing player in the film. Toofan was originally supposed to release in October 2020 but was delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Farhan Akhtar shared the news on his social media.
Farhan Akhtar has announced that the release of his upcoming film, Toofan, has been delayed keeping the severity of the coronavirus crisis in mind. The film was supposed to stream on Amazon Prime Video from May 21, 2021. Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, the sports drama is produced by Excel Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani.
The actor said in a statement, “The situation in India is truly heart-breaking, and we at Excel Entertainment and ROMP Pictures send our thoughts and prayers to everyone affected by the pandemic. In light of the severity of the situation, our focus is completely on the pandemic and on supporting our employees, their families and in helping the wider community. Therefore, we have taken the decision to postpone the release of our film ‘Toofaan’ until the situation improves. We will issue an update regarding the new release date in due course of time.”
He also requested fans to observe all precautions in face of the spiralling numbers. “Please continue to observe Covid Appropriate Behaviour. Also. please register and get vaccinated when it’s your turn. On behalf of the entire team of Toofaan, we urge you to Stay Home, Stay Safe and Stay United. Jai Hind.”
