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'Everyone has moved on': Ahmed Khan on casting exes Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon in Welcome to the Jungle
Updated On: 14 July, 2026 10:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Director Ahmed Khan says Welcome To The Jungle succeeded because it stayed away from vulgar humour while bringing Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon together after years. He revealed the reunion happened naturally and that the duo came together for audiences to enjoy

Ahmed Khan. Pic via X
Director Ahmed Khan's Welcome To The Jungle has emerged as a surprise success at the box office, proving that clean comedy can still strike a chord with audiences. Ahmed Khan believes the film's biggest strength was its commitment to family-friendly humour, while also pulling off one of Bollywood's most-awaited reunions, Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon sharing screen space after decades.
Reflecting on the film's warm reception, Ahmed said the team consciously stayed away from cheap laughs and instead focused on making a comedy that appealed to every generation.


