Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan shake a leg in Vashmalle
Thugs of Hindostan’s first song “Vashmalle†is out, so brace yourself for its all kinds of wow. Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan are sharing screen space for the first time, but that is not the only highlight of the track. The song has been composed by acclaimed music directors Ajay-Atul, who are known for lending music to films like Sairat and Fandry. The one-minute promo of the song sees Aamir and Amitabh trying their best to match steps to the upbeat music.
Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan shake a leg for Vashmalle
The track has been sung by Sukhwinder Singh and Vishal Dadlani and the lyrics have been penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The song has been choreographed by Prabhudheva. Shehenshah and Mr. Perfectionist, Amitabh and Aamir, who play the roles of Khudabaksh Azad and Firangi Mullah respectively, are seen setting the floor ablaze.
Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan shake a leg for Vashmalle
The backdrop shows lots of fire, armors and hippie dancers making it a power-packed visual. With over 28 million views on the first-day of its trailer release, Thugs of Hindostan trailer didn’t fail to disappoint with huge steps in Bollywood’s use of visuals and CGI’s.
Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan shake a leg for Vashmalle
Amitabh Bachchan plays Khudabaksh, also called Azad, - Thug commander of the sea. Aamir Khan surprises as Firangi, a conman and smooth talker in the picaresque vein of Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow.
Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan shake a leg for Vashmalle
Aamir’s dialect in the trailer seems faintly Awadhi and it looks like he will also be responsible for the humour in the film. The visuals and background music will remind everyone of Pirates of the Caribbean.
Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan shake a leg for Vashmalle
Directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, Thugs of Hindostan, features Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Lloyd Owen. The film will release on November 8.