Pratibha Ranta asks fans and media to wait for an official update
Actress Pratibha Ranta has stepped in to clear the air after widespread rumours linked her to the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit Dear Comrade opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi. On January 2, 2026, Ranta used her Instagram story to request that media pages and fans refrain from sharing unverified reports until an official announcement is made.
Her message to pages spreading rumours
In the story, Ranta wrote that she would appreciate if social-media pages stopped circulating unconfirmed details that create confusion. She said, “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 is not the first time such speculation has linked her to projects she is not associated with, and that it often leads to unnecessary confusion. Ranta closed with thanks to her supporters and asked for their understanding and cooperation.
What sparked the speculation?
The buzz began after Dharma Productions reportedly acquired the remake rights to Dear Comrade, a film known for its intense romance and strong performances in Telugu cinema. Reports quickly named Siddhant Chaturvedi — who shot to fame with Gully Boy — and Pratibha Ranta as potential leads, which led to widespread social-media chatter. Ranta’s clarification makes it clear she does not want rumours to be treated as fact until producers or the actors announce details officially.
Where Pratibha stands: recent work and upcoming projects
Pratibha first caught wider attention with her performance in Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, where critics and audiences praised her screen presence. She is also lined up for The Revolutionaries, an adaptation of Sanjeev Sanyal’s book Revolutionaries: The Other Story Of How India Won Its Freedom. Given this growing body of work, fans are keen to see what she signs next — but Ranta wants those updates to come from official sources.
Why fans are watching closely
- Dear Comrade’s Hindi remake is a high-profile project, and Dharma Productions’ involvement fuels interest.
- Siddhant Chaturvedi’s rising star power adds to the buzz whenever his name is linked to a romantic drama.
- Pratibha Ranta’s strong recent performances have made audiences eager to see her in bigger commercial projects.
For now, Ranta’s clear request is simple: hold off on sharing or treating speculative casting as confirmed. Fans will likely keep a close eye for an official announcement — and in the meantime, Ranta continues to focus on the projects she has officially signed.