Does Neil Nitin Mukesh Still Cherish His Role in ‘New York’ After 16 Years?

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Key Takeaways
- Neil Nitin Mukesh reflects on the lasting impact of his character Omar in ‘New York’.
- The film celebrates its 16th anniversary in Bollywood.
- Kabir Khan directed the film, highlighting post-9/11 challenges.
- Neil's new series 'Hai Junoon' explores themes of ambition and rivalry.
- Engagement with fans is encouraged through shared memories of 'New York'.
Mumbai, June 26 (NationPress) As the thriller film “New York” celebrated its 16th anniversary in Hindi cinema on Thursday, actor Neil Nitin Mukesh reminisced about his character Omar and shared that he still holds a special fondness for the role.
Neil took to Instagram to post a video montage showcasing memorable moments from the film directed by Kabir Khan. The text overlay on the video stated: “Three friends discovering a new world and suddenly everything has changed. 16 years of New York.”
In his caption, Neil expressed: “16 years of New York… and Omar still holds a special place in my heart.”
He further invited his followers to engage by asking, “So many memories, so many moments… Which one stayed with you the most? Tell me your favourite scene or dialogue below. Would love to know.”
The film, featuring John Abraham, the late Irrfan Khan, and Katrina Kaif, is set against the backdrop of post-9/11 America. The story follows three friends at the fictional New York State University whose lives are significantly transformed by the aftermath of the September 11 attacks and the resultant socio-political upheaval.
New York marked Kabir Khan's second directorial project with Yash Raj Films following his critically acclaimed debut Kabul Express in 2006, which also starred John. The movie was a commercial success, ranking as the sixth-highest grossing Hindi film of the year.
Currently, the 43-year-old actor is featured in the series 'Hai Junoon'. Directed by Abhishek Sharma and produced by Jio Creative Labs, “Hai Junoon - Dream.Dare.Dominate” stars Neil alongside Jacqueline Fernandez, with a talented ensemble including Boman Irani, Siddharth Nigam, Priyank Sharma, and others.
“Hai Junoon – Dream. Dare. Dominate” redefines the classic journey of self-discovery, delving into the intense emotions of a generation that dares to challenge the status quo. The narrative centers around a fierce rivalry between the privileged Supersonics and the ambitious Misfits, creating a captivating drama that will keep audiences engaged from the outset.
The series premiered on May 16.