Two decades after becoming Bollywood’s ‘serial kisser’, Emraan Hashmi still has a playful complaint about the image that followed him throughout his career.
At the trailer launch of his upcoming film ‘Gunmaaster G9’, the actor jokingly held filmmaker Aditya Datt responsible for the label and the reactions it once provoked among parents, reports NDTV.
Recalling how audiences responded whenever his films appeared on television, Emraan said parents would often send their children to bed as soon as one of his movies began airing.
“Whenever one of my films used to come on TV, every parent decided that it was time for their children to go to sleep. All this because of Aditya Datt. I have been facing the consequences for 20 years,” he joked.
The remark came as Emraan reunited with Datt for ‘Gunmaaster G9’. The two previously worked together on ‘Aashiq Banaya Aapne’ and ‘Dil Diya Hai’.
The new film also brings back composer Himesh Reshammiya, marking another collaboration between the trio.
Emraan said they had discussed several projects before settling on the latest film. He added that they wanted their reunion to deliver an entertaining theatrical experience rather than simply rely on nostalgia.
Describing ‘Gunmaaster G9’ as a commercial entertainer, the actor said he hoped audiences would become immersed in its world and enjoy it on the big screen.
He also spoke about the film’s production, revealing that the crew spent nearly 60 days shooting at real locations across Haridwar, Delhi and Rishikesh.
The team filmed action sequences in crowded public spaces rather than relying entirely on studio sets and green screens. Emraan acknowledged the logistical challenges but praised the support they received from local residents and authorities.
Directed by Aditya Datt, ‘Gunmaaster G9’ also stars Genelia Deshmukh, Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Singh, Avneet Kaur, Snehill Mehra and Inayat Verma.
The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 27 November 2026.
