Anil Kapoor Reprises Iconic Role as Mr. India in New Ad, Fans Demand Sequel

Tanisha Sharma October 21, 2023 Anil Kapoor, Google, Mr India

Anil Kapoor recently surprised his fans by bringing back his iconic character Mr. India in a new advertisement for Google Pixel. The veteran actor had deleted all his Instagram posts and profile photo which sparked curiosity among his followers regarding his return as the invisible superhero.

The new ad shows Kapoor wearing the signature hat, coat and red braces as Mr. India, making a dramatic appearance out of thin air to prevent a vase from breaking. His dramatic re-emergence with the classic background score has delighted fans, with many commenting that Kapoor has hardly aged since the original 1987 film.

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Fans Nostalgic and Demanding Sequel

Seeing Kapoor effortlessly slip back into the role has made fans nostalgic, with many sharing their excitement and love for the classic character on social media. Several fans have demanded that a sequel be made with Kapoor back as Mr. India.

Producer Boney Kapoor, who produced the original film, has hinted that something is in the works, commenting “Work in progress for a big screen appearance. #MrIndia #MrIndia2 @AnilKapoor.” Director Shekhar Kapur also seemed optimistic about the character’s future, tweeting that the power of invisibility may have kept Mr. India eternally youthful.

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Google Ad Pays Tribute to an Iconic Character

By bringing back the beloved character, Google has paid tribute to the legacy of Mr. India, one of the most iconic fictional superheroes in Indian pop culture history. The ad captures the essence of the innocent character and his magical abilities in a modern setting.

Kapoor expressed his delight at being able to revisit and reinvent the character after over three decades. In an Instagram post, he remarked that “Mr. India is a phenomenon that even time could not erase, at once a ghost and the most real person I have ever played.”

Original Film a Classic with Great Memories

The original Mr. India, directed by Shekhar Kapur and co-starring Sridevi, was a superhit upon release in 1987. The sci-fi film followed Kapoor’s character Arun Verma, a kind-hearted man who becomes invisible to fight the evil plans of villain Mogambo. With its perfect blend of comedy, drama, action and memorable songs, the film became an instant classic.

Google’s ad has reminded fans of their nostalgia and love for the innocent yet brave character of Mr. India. While the ad keeps the return open-ended, the hugely positive response from fans has renewed interest in seeing the beloved superhero back in a sequel soon. For now, audiences can relive their favorite moments from the original classic as they eagerly await future announcements.