Mumbai, September 3, 2026: Bollywood actor Preity Zinta has opened up about the demanding schedule she followed while shooting for her upcoming film Vibe. The actor revealed that she worked for as long as 18 hours a day during the production because she wanted to complete her work quickly and return to the United States.
Preity shared the details during the trailer launch of Vibe in Mumbai. The upcoming action-comedy is directed by Kunal Kemmu and is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on September 18, 2026.
Why Preity Zinta Worked Long Hours
Speaking about the ongoing discussion surrounding working hours in Bollywood, Preity explained that her decision was based on her limited stay in India.
The actor said she had travelled to India specifically for the shoot and wanted to finish her professional commitments as soon as possible so she could return to her children in America.
She described the filming schedule as demanding, with long working days and several challenges during production. Weather conditions and physically demanding action sequences also added to the intensity of the shoot.
Preity’s Action Role in Vibe
Vibe will feature Preity Zinta in an action-oriented role, marking a different screen appearance for the actor.
The film also stars Kunal Kemmu and Sparsh Shrivastava, along with Vanshika Dhir, Yashpal Sharma and Dinesh Lal Yadav in important roles. The story follows two friends whose ordinary lives become complicated after they become involved in an unexpected high-stakes situation.
Preity has also praised the film’s action team, highlighting the effort involved in filming the action sequences.
A Busy Comeback for Preity Zinta
The upcoming release is part of Preity Zinta’s return to regular acting after a long break from Bollywood.
Following her recent appearance in Batwara 1947, the actor is now preparing for another theatrical release with Vibe. Her return has generated considerable interest among audiences who remember her from some of Bollywood’s most popular films.
Kunal Kemmu on Casting Preity
Director Kunal Kemmu has previously spoken about how he imagined Preity Zinta for the role while developing the film.
According to Kemmu, casting the actor also brought an element of surprise because audiences have not frequently seen her in this kind of action-comedy role. He said getting her to agree to the project was an important part of the casting process.
When Will Vibe Release?
Vibe is scheduled to release in theatres on September 18, 2026.
The film combines action and comedy and brings together Kunal Kemmu, Preity Zinta and Sparsh Shrivastava in the lead cast. With its trailer now out, attention is expected to remain focused on the film ahead of its theatrical release.
Key Takeaway
Preity Zinta has revealed that she worked extremely long shooting days for Vibe because she wanted to complete the project during her limited stay in India. The actor’s comments have added a new perspective to Bollywood’s ongoing discussion about demanding film-production schedules.
