Updated On: 19 October, 2025 10:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
At a recent event, Ranveer Singh praised Atlee, recalling how he reached out to him after Mersal, expressing his desire to collaborate. He called Atlee “a dear friend” and lauded his upcoming film, saying, “He’s creating something you’ve never experienced or seen in Indian cinema before”

Ranveer Singh, Atlee`s upcoming project
Following the enormous success of Jawan, filmmaker Atlee is preparing to delight viewers once more with his forthcoming film AA22 x A6. Deepika Padukone and Allu Arjun play the film`s lead roles. Ranveer Singh recently praised Atlee during an event for his advertisement.
At the launch, Ranveer Singh was seen heaping praises for Atlee, "Before he became a household name with Jawan and the biggest director in India, I had messaged him after the release of Mersal and said, ‘Sir, I love your cinema. You should come to Mumbai, and we should make some movies together.’ I have always wanted to collaborate with Atlee sir. He’s been such a dear friend to me over the years."