The world of Indian cinema is always abuzz with rumours and speculations. Recently, a report surfaced online claiming that Manoj Bajpayee and Kay Kay Menon would be teaming up for Neeraj Pandey’s next project. However, Manoj was quick to clarify that there’s no truth to these rumours.
Setting the Record Straight
Manoj took to his X handle to respond to a publication claiming that he and Kay Kay would be starring in Neeraj Pandey’s Netflix espionage thriller. Manoj wrote, “Hahaha kaha se ye khabar shuru hote hai bhai?” (Where do these news originate from?). He later traced the original source and responded to the journalist’s tweet on X with: “Kab hua ye?” (When did this happen?). Manoj’s prompt denial has put the rumours to rest, but fans are still holding out hope that these two acting stalwarts will collaborate soon.
Manoj and Kay Kay have worked together only in one film – Sanjeev Sharma’s 2016 comedy Saat Uchakkey, which was produced by Neeraj’s banner Friday Filmworks. However, both actors have collaborated with Neeraj Pandey multiple times. Manoj starred in Neeraj’s 2013 period heist thriller Special 26 and 2018 spy thriller Aiyaary. He also starred in Neeraj’s productions like Naam Shabana (2017) and Missing (2018). Meanwhile, Kay Kay has starred in Neeraj’s spy thriller show Special Ops.
What is Manoj working on
Manoj recently wrapped up the shoot of The Family Man 3, the third season of Raj & DK’s spy show on Prime Video India. He’ll reprise his role of Srikant Tiwari, a middle-class man leading a double life as an intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (TASC), a fictional division of the National Investigation Agency. Written by Suman Kumar and Raj & DK, the eagerly awaited third season will bring back many of the original cast members, including Priyamani, Sharib Hashmi, and Gul Panag among others.
Kay Kay, meanwhile, last starred in Raj & DK’s espionage show Citadel: Honey Bunny on Prime Video India last year. While fans may have to wait a little longer to see Manoj and Kay Kay share the screen again, their individual projects are definitely something to look forward to. With their talent and dedication to their craft, Manoj Bajpayee and Kay Kay Menon continue to be two of the most respected and beloved actors in Indian cinema.
