‘I Don’t Have Any Behind-the-Scenes Shots’: Saqib Saleem Breaks Silence on ‘Citadel Honey Bunny’ Promotion Exclusion With Cryptic Insta Post
Saqib Saleem recently addressed his absence from the promotional events of ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ with a cryptic message on Instagram. The post, which didn’t explicitly explain the reason behind his exclusion, left fans and followers curious.
Since Citadel: Honey Bunny dropped on 7 November, it’s had people buzzing. With Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu at the helm, this spin-off dives deeper into the Citadel starring Priyanka Chopra under the Russo Brothers’ direction. Viewers have been hooked by the show’s suspenseful twists and action-packed scenes, raising the bar for Amazon Prime’s spy thrillers and leaving audiences wanting more. But the show’s hype took an unexpected twist when fans noticed one of the stars, Saqib Saleem, missing from all the promotional events. The rumour mill churned, with some wondering if Saleem was unhappy about not being in the promotional spotlight. After days of silence, Saleem finally broke his silence on Instagram, addressing his fans directly. ‘Citadel Honey Bunny’: Varun Dhawan Set To Join Priyanka Chopra in Russo Brothers’ ‘Citadel’ for His International Debut – Here’s the Scoop!.
Saqib Saleem Speaks Out About ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ in Instagram Post
His message was open and sincere, brushing aside the gossip with a dose of gratitude. Saleem shared that he wasn’t bothered by the promotional absence at all; instead, he was genuinely happy about the love the show was getting. He wrote, “Though I don’t have any behind-the-scenes shots, if you’ve looked closely at the promotional assets, you might spot a familiar face. I poured my heart into this project, and now it’s yours to experience. I’d love to hear what you think.. let’s make this blank space come alive with your thoughts! PS I have nothing but love for the show, and the reviews coming in have been truly amazing. Agent KD”. Well, interestingly, Varun Dhawan commented on the post “Stop Shooting at me”.
Saleem, who plays a significant role in the series, was nowhere to be seen on the premiere night—a noticeable absence that turned heads. Instead, he was in Goa, skipping out on the event altogether. Though he didn’t give a clear reason for his choice, his Instagram post caught everyone’s attention, sparking immediate reactions. He emphasised that seeing the positive audience response was what mattered most to him. With this statement, Saleem shifted the focus back to where it belonged—the success of Citadel: Honey Bunny. ‘Citadel Honey Bunny’ Review: Netizens Give Green Signal to Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Spy-Thriller Series.
Saqib Saleem’s Post About ‘Citadel Honey Bunny’
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Citadel Honey Bunny Cast
Alongside Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Citadel: Honey Bunny boasts a stellar cast, including the talents of Kay Kay Menon, Saqib Saleem, Sikandar Kher, Soham Majumdar, Shivankit Parihar, and Kashvi Majumdar. This Indian adaptation of the American series is directed by the dynamic duo Raj & DK, with story development by Sita R. Menon. Produced by D2R Films in partnership with Amazon MGM Studios, the series brings together a powerhouse team both on and off the screen.
