Vir Das Reveals Imran Khan's Unexpected Casting in 'Happy Patel' Debut

• Vir Das, making his directorial debut, shared how Imran Khan joined "Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos" unexpectedly.
• Imran Khan, known for his selective projects and absence from the spotlight, messaged Vir Das directly, expressing interest.
• Vir Das then specifically crafted an "entertaining and wild" character for Imran Khan, promising something new.
• The film, produced by Aamir Khan Productions, also stars Mona Singh, Sharib Hashmi, and Mithila Palkar.
• "Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos" is slated for a theatrical release on January 16, 2026.

Why It Matters: Imran Khan's surprise text led to his unique casting in Vir Das's directorial debut, "Happy Patel".