Vir Das Rewrites 'Happy Patel' Script After 'Pathaan' & 'Tiger' Success

• Vir Das revamped his spy action comedy 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos' script after observing the success of Indian spy films like 'Pathaan' and the 'Tiger' franchise.
• Das noted that the booming mainstream spy genre in Indian cinema created a perfect opportunity for a comedic take on it.
• He decided to rewrite the entire screenplay two years ago, possibly after 'Pathaan' or 'Tiger 3', to align with this trend.
• The updated script, blending comedy and espionage, is a satirical homage to the spy genre and stars Vir Das, Mithila Palkar, Mona Singh, and Sharib Hashmi.
• Produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the film, also featuring Aamir in a quirky role, was released theatrically on January 16, 2026, marking Das's directorial debut.

Why It Matters: Vir Das adapted his 'Happy Patel' script to satirize the popular Indian spy genre, inspired by 'Pathaan' and 'Tiger'.