Pratibha Ranta asks fans, media to wait for official word on Dear Comrade remake
Actress Pratibha Ranta has stepped in to clear the air after widespread speculation linking her to the Hindi remake of the popular Telugu film Dear Comrade. With rumours circulating that she may star opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi — following news that Dharma Productions acquired the remake rights — Ranta urged everyone to hold off until an official announcement is made.
Her Instagram clarification
On January 2, 2026, Ranta shared a message on her Instagram story asking social-media pages and outlets not to spread unverified details. She wrote, “With due respect, I kindly request all media pages to please refrain from posting or circulating any unverified information and wait for an official announcement.”
She added that this isn’t the first time such rumours have linked her to projects she isn’t associated with, and said it often leads to “unnecessary confusion.” Ending on a grateful note, Ranta thanked her followers for their support and requested understanding and cooperation until concrete information is available.
Why the rumours started
Speculation gained momentum after reports that Dharma Productions had bought the Hindi remake rights to Dear Comrade. Social chatter then pointed to a possible pairing between Ranta and Siddhant Chaturvedi, whose name has been mentioned in connection with the project. While the pairing would be a talking point for Bollywood fans, Ranta’s note makes clear that nothing official has been confirmed.
Where Pratibha stands in Bollywood
Ranta first got wide attention for her performance in Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, where critics and audiences praised her screen presence. She is also signed on for The Revolutionaries, an adaptation of Sanjeev Sanyal’s Revolutionaries: The Other Story Of How India Won Its Freedom, showing that she has a range of projects on her slate.
- Breakout role: Laapataa Ladies — lauded performance and growing recognition.
- Upcoming: The Revolutionaries — a literary adaptation on her roster.
- Current situation: Not officially attached to the Dear Comrade Hindi remake, per her request for verification.
What fans should do now
Ranta’s message is a reminder to wait for verified announcements rather than rely on social-media speculation. Fans keen to see her in high-profile remakes or pairings should keep an eye on official confirmations from the actress, production house, or her representatives.
Until then, the buzz around the Dear Comrade remake — and any potential cast — remains just that: buzz. Pratibha Ranta’s clear public ask is to let the makers make the announcements when they’re ready, avoiding confusion for fans and the industry alike.
