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Christopher Nolan signed Ashish Chanchlani as protagonist of Interstellar 2? YouTuber reacts
Ashish Chanchlani reacts to being compared to Robert Downey Jr., humorously addresses speculation about starring in Interstellar 2.
Updated on: Jul 15, 2026, 10:43:56 IST By Riya Sharma Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link Oscar-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan recently visited India for the premiere of his upcoming film, The Odyssey. Now, a paparazzi page has claimed that the filmmaker came to India not only for the premiere but also to sign the lead actor for Interstellar 2, and according to the viral post, it's none other than YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani. The YouTuber has now reacted to the rumour with his trademark humour. Ashish Chanchlani is the new protagonist of Christopher Nolan's Interstellar?Ashish Chanchlani on Interstellar 2 rumours
A paparazzi page, Cidhant, took to Instagram and shared a video from The Odyssey's premiere, which Ashish Chanchlani also attended. The text on the video read, "Reporters claim Nolan didn't come to India just for the premiere, but also to lock in the protagonist for Interstellar 2." The video ended with Ashish's appearance on the premiere's red carpet, while the caption read, "Bro is in demand fr." Reacting to the post, Ashish commented, "Ree maine tera kya bigada hai" (Hey, what have I ever done to you?) Ashish Chanchlani slams Interstellar 2 rumours. In one of his Instagram Stories, Ashish also reacted to people comparing him to Robert Downey Jr. He said, "'Believe me, he's not Robert Downey Jr.' Koi sharam hai tum logon ko? Kyun daalte ho aise captions? Caption tum daalte ho, gaaliyan mujhe padti hain. Tumhari behen ka haath manga tha kya maine? Kal ko RDJ se milun toh kya muh dikhaunga? Lokhand ke haath se chamaat marega mujhe." (Believe me, he's not Robert Downey Jr. Have you people no shame? Why do you write captions like that? You write the captions, but I'm the one who gets abused for them. Did I ask for your sister's hand in marriage or something? If I ever meet RDJ tomorrow, how am I face him? He'll probably slap me with his iron hand.) Ashish attended the special invite-only premiere in Mumbai ahead of the film's theatrical release. Praising The Odyssey, the YouTuber predicted it would become a blockbuster. He wrote, "Watching The Odyssey made me realise the true magic of the big screen. What a film they've made. It's a 10/10. There isn't a single boring moment in the entire film. It has action, horror, and it's completely Matt Damon's show—he carries the film effortlessly from start to finish. Tom Holland is good, and Robert Pattinson is outstanding. Zendaya is good too. Robert has a very different role and showcases incredible range. This is going to be a blockbuster. It will become so huge that getting tickets later is going to be difficult."About Interstellar
Interstellar is a 2014 epic science fiction film directed by Christopher Nolan. Starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain and Michael Caine, the film follows a group of astronauts who travel through a wormhole in search of a new habitable planet as Earth faces environmental collapse. Interstellar received widespread critical acclaim, while Hans Zimmer's score is regarded as one of the most iconic in modern cinema. Over the years, the film has gained a massive cult following and is often considered one of the greatest science fiction films ever made. Christopher Nolan has not officially announced a sequel to the film. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Riya Sharma Riya Sharma is a content producer at Hindustan Times who lives and breathes entertainment. If there’s gossip making noise in Bollywood or a reality show moment breaking the internet, chances are she’s already writing about it. She loves digging out the juiciest stories, spotting viral pegs and turning it into easy-to-read content. A journalism graduate from IP University, Riya began her career as a social media executive, where she learned the art of grabbing attention in a scroll-heavy world. But her love for showbiz soon pulled her into entertainment journalism, because for her, it’s always been entertainment, entertainment and more entertainment. An artist at heart, Riya has a deep passion for acting, music and dance, which shapes how she watches and writes about films and reality shows. She loves sharing her views and reviews, especially when something excites, surprises or completely disappoints her. A hardcore reality show fan, Riya enjoys tracking every twist, task and meltdown, and breaking them down for readers who can’t get enough of high-voltage drama. Movies are equally close to her heart, whether it’s a big theatrical release or a binge-worthy OTT series, she’s always watching, and analysing what’s worth the time. She loves talking to celebrities, asking questions that go beyond the usual. When she’s not working, she’s either glued to a new web series, hunting for underrated thrillers on OTT platforms, or rewatching iconic Bollywood moments.Read More Christopher Nolan Interstellar Get World Cup ready with Crick-it! From live scores to match stats, catch all the action here. Explore now!.Get more updates from Bollywood, Taylor Swift, Hollywood, Music and Web Series along with Latest Entertainment News at Hindustan Times. Home/Entertainment/Web Series/Christopher Nolan Signed Ashish Chanchlani As Protagonist Of Interstellar 2? YouTuber Reacts See Less
Oscar-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan recently visited India for the premiere of his upcoming film, The Odyssey. Now, a paparazzi page has claimed that the filmmaker came to India not only for the premiere but also to sign the lead actor for Interstellar 2, and according to the viral post, it's none other than YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani. The YouTuber has now reacted to the rumour with his trademark humour.
In one of his Instagram Stories, Ashish also reacted to people comparing him to Robert Downey Jr. He said, "'Believe me, he's not Robert Downey Jr.' Koi sharam hai tum logon ko? Kyun daalte ho aise captions? Caption tum daalte ho, gaaliyan mujhe padti hain. Tumhari behen ka haath manga tha kya maine? Kal ko RDJ se milun toh kya muh dikhaunga? Lokhand ke haath se chamaat marega mujhe." (Believe me, he's not Robert Downey Jr. Have you people no shame? Why do you write captions like that? You write the captions, but I'm the one who gets abused for them. Did I ask for your sister's hand in marriage or something? If I ever meet RDJ tomorrow, how am I face him? He'll probably slap me with his iron hand.)
Ashish attended the special invite-only premiere in Mumbai ahead of the film's theatrical release. Praising The Odyssey, the YouTuber predicted it would become a blockbuster. He wrote, "Watching The Odyssey made me realise the true magic of the big screen. What a film they've made. It's a 10/10. There isn't a single boring moment in the entire film. It has action, horror, and it's completely Matt Damon's show—he carries the film effortlessly from start to finish. Tom Holland is good, and Robert Pattinson is outstanding. Zendaya is good too. Robert has a very different role and showcases incredible range. This is going to be a blockbuster. It will become so huge that getting tickets later is going to be difficult."
Source: HindustanTimes
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