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Published 19:21 IST, March 16th 2020

Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi film 'Ab Anni Cd' to be re-released amid Coronavirus outbreak

Amitabh Bachchan's 'Ab Anni Cd', which released last week, was taken off-screen due to Coronavirus scare & will be re-released after the situation is in control

Reported by: Kaushal Ladhad
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Legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi film had Ab Anni Cd hit the theatres last week. In this film, Amitabh Bachchan can be seen alongside veteran actor Vikram Gokhale. The film Ab Anni Cd revolves around two playschool friends. played by Mr. Bachchan and Mr. Gokhale, who meet almost after 70 years for a birthday party. This film saw very low attendance due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The film has now been taken off the screens and will be re-released after situation calms down. Recently, the makers of the film released a statement saying that Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi film will be re-released. 

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Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi film 'Ab Anni Cd' taken off, to be re-released

Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi film Ab Anni Cd was running in several regions of the country but was seeing low attendance and cancelled shows due to COVID-19 pandemic. The film was released in the regions of Delhi, Kerala and Maharashtra but was removed after shutdown as the cinema halls were closed in the regions.

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Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi film Ab Anni Cd makers release a statement where they expressed that they are making a conscious decision of moving the release date of the film forward. They added that the concentration on the safety of the audience is their priority. The makers also added that they had received a very overwhelming response from the audience so far. It also added that fans are supportive of the film. The statement also read that they hope all the fans are safe and are taking precautions until the time is right and all the things are in control.

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They also asked their fans to be helpful and make a collaborative effort to keep everyone safe and prevent Coronavirus from spreading. They also hoped that the fans take things seriously so it can be eliminated. Ab Anni Cd is directed by Milind Lele. Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi film Ab Anni Cd has not got a new release date yet.

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Updated 19:21 IST, March 16th 2020

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