Siddharth Anand Embraces Viral Buzz, Tweets “Lovely Beast” as Ta Ra Rum Pum Draws F1 Comparisons

Filmmaker Siddharth Anand has joined the online chatter surrounding his 2007 motorsport drama Ta Ra Rum Pum, responding to memes comparing it to Brad Pitt’s latest Hollywood release, F1. As social media flooded with jokes likening the two racing films, Anand chimed in with a playful tweet: “Ta Ra Rum Pum you lovely beast!”, fueling nostalgia and sparking calls for a re-release or sequel. The original Ta Ra Rum Pum, starring Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji, follows a professional stock-car racer’s turbulent journey after a near-fatal crash. Though it received mixed reviews, the film struck a chord with audiences and turned into a cult favourite. Meanwhile, F1, debuting on June 27, showcases Brad Pitt as a former Formula One champion staging a comeback to rescue his team. The high-octane feature has captivated global viewers and driven the wave of comparisons. With his tongue-in-cheek endorsement, Anand has effectively reignited interest in Ta Ra Rum Pum, just as he shifts focus to his upcoming project, King, headlined by Shah Rukh Khan.
*This news has been published on Times of India on 03rd July 2025