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Kunal Kemmu discusses directing Sharmila Tagore in 'Vibe'

2 sourcesUpdated 2 Sept 2026, 2:22 pm Coverage regionsInternational
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Kunal Kemmu discussed directing his mother-in-law, veteran actor Sharmila Tagore, in a cameo role in Vibe.

He described the chance to direct Tagore as a major personal milestone.

The discussion took place at the film’s trailer launch in Mumbai.

Soha Ali Khan praised Kunal’s humor, while Preity Zinta spoke about her more serious role.

Why it mattersIt reveals a rare family-and-film collaboration that could shape interest in 'Vibe' and how audiences read its casting.
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The film also stars Sparsh Shrivastava and debutante Vanshika Dhir and is produced by Chirag Nihalani.

Vibe is scheduled to release on September 18.

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The reporting broadly agrees that Kunal Kemmu discussed casting Sharmila Tagore in a cameo for Vibe and framed it as a meaningful moment for him. It also agrees the comments came during the film’s trailer launch and that the movie is set for release on September 18.

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The available reporting does not settle any broader reception to the film or the cameo beyond the trailer-launch remarks, and future coverage could add more detail. Vibe's rollout may also bring additional comments from the cast or production team.

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Kunal Kemmu discussed directing Sharmila Tagore in a cameo role for Vibe during the trailer launch in Mumbai. The coverage says he was proud to direct Tagore and treated the experience as a personal milestone. It also mentions Soha Ali Khan’s praise, Preity Zinta’s role description, and the film’s September 18 release.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: The Times of India
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The Times of India Neutral framing Provisional rating

Kunal Kemmu opens up on directing Sharmila Tagore in 'Vibe': 'She asked for synopsis, proud I could call

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The Times of India reports that actor and director Kunal Kemmu discussed casting his mother in law, veteran actor Sharmila Tagore, for a cameo role in his upcoming comedy film Vibe during its trailer launch in Mumbai. According to the article, Kunal expressed pride in directing Tagore, while his wife Soha Ali Khan praised his humor, and cast member Preity Zinta discussed her more serious role in the movie. The film, which also stars Sparsh Shrivastava and debutante Vanshika Dhir, is produced by Chirag Nihalani and is scheduled for release on September 18.

hungamaexpress.com Neutral framing Reported

Kunal Kemmu opens up about directing mother-in-law Sharmila Tagore in ‘Vibe’

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Hungama Express reports that director and actor Kunal Kemmu discussed how he successfully cast his mother in law, veteran actress Sharmila Tagore, in a cameo appearance for his upcoming directorial venture Vibe. The publication notes that Kunal shared details about the casting process during the film's trailer launch on Wednesday, September 2, describing the opportunity to direct Tagore as a major personal milestone. The report also lists the other principal cast members and confirms that the production, backed by Chirag Nihalani, is slated to release on Friday, September 18.