When Udta Teer finally hit screens, the first thing that caught eye was a familiar timbre in a scene that felt oddly nostalgic for fans of the late actor.
Aakash Kaushik, the writer‑director, spilled the beans in an interview with Bollywood Hungama about the decision to tweak the script after the Operation Sindoor launch. He explained that the original line was different, but the real‑world event prompted a rewrite, and that’s where the AI voice came into play.
The film, shot in 2024, now carries a sequence that directly references the military campaign that kicked off on May 7, 2025. By weaving Mukul’s voice into the dialogue, the makers paid a quiet tribute while keeping the action pulse of the story.
Kaushik shared a handful of adorable anecdotes from the set. He remembered Mukul’s late‑night laughter over a shared joke, and how the actor would send voice notes that crackled with humor. Those recordings, he said, were kept safe and replayed when the director needed a burst of that old energy.
Beyond the tech trick, Udta Teer boasts a star‑packed cast: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan lead the charge, with Rahul Bose, Ram Kapoor, and a host of seasoned performers adding depth. This marks Mukul Dev’s second post‑humous appearance, following his passing on May 23, 2025.
The result is a film that balances comedy, espionage, and a heartfelt nod to a beloved actor, all while nudging the industry toward new digital frontiers. The audience will find that the AI‑enhanced line is just one of many surprises waiting behind the curtain.