MUMBAI – It took 15 years for Vir Das to find out why his breakout musical moment in Delhi Belly (2011) was trimmed down, and the answer involves a bit of superstar “jealousy.” During a visit to Vir’s home for her YouTube vlog on January 12, 2026, Farah Khan revealed that Aamir Khan personally ensured Vir’s “Jaa Chudail” item song was shortened in the final edit.
1. The “Jaa Chudail” Controversy
Farah, who choreographed the high-energy track, didn’t hold back while chatting with Vir ahead of the release of his directorial debut, Happy Patel.
- The Revelation: Farah complimented Vir’s dancing skills, saying the song was “too good.” She then claimed, “Aamir saw that and, out of jealousy, cut our song in half because his own song [I Hate You (Like I Love You)] was coming right after that!”
- The “Pacing” Lie: A shocked Vir laughed, admitting he had been under a different impression for over a decade. “I was told it was a pacing issue with the film!” he said, to which Farah quipped, “Sure!”
2. Directorial Debut: Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos
The vlog served as a promotional stop for Vir’s upcoming comedy-thriller, which marks his first turn as a director.
- The Premise: Vir stars as Happy Patel, a clumsy, unlikely detective who finds himself at the center of a dangerous criminal case in Goa.
- The “Farah” Influence: Vir revealed that Farah’s 2007 blockbuster Om Shanti Om was a major inspiration for the film’s tone, which he describes as a mix of spoof and “top-tier chaos” similar to Tees Maar Khan and the cult classic Andaz Apna Apna.
- The Release: Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is slated for a theatrical release this Friday, January 16, 2026.
3. The Big Comeback: Imran Khan Returns
One of the most anticipated aspects of Happy Patel is the return of Imran Khan to the silver screen after an 11-year hiatus.
| Cast Member | Role/Note |
| Vir Das | Director and Lead (Happy Patel) |
| Imran Khan | Special Appearance (His first film since 2015) |
| Mona Singh | The Villain (Playing an antagonist for the first time) |
| Mithila Palkar | The Female Lead |
| Aamir Khan | Special Cameo & Producer |
4. Aamir & Vir’s Playful “Slap” Dynamic
The promotional campaign for the film has featured viral clips of Aamir Khan jokingly “slapping” Vir Das during feedback sessions. In the vlog, Farah joked that Aamir only slaps him because Vir often “hurts him with his words” during their banter. Despite the Delhi Belly song cut, Vir praised Aamir’s “hassle-free” and professional approach as a producer on this project.