16 Years Of ‘New York’: Neil Nitin Mukesh Gets Nostalgic About His Role As Omar
As the gripping Hindi thriller New York completed 16 years on Thursday, actor Neil Nitin Mukesh revisited memories from the film that marked a turning point in his career. The film, directed by Kabir Khan and released in 2009, explored the lives of three friends caught in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks in the U.S.
To commemorate the occasion, Neil shared a nostalgic tribute on social media.
Neil Nitin Mukesh Celebrates 16 Years Of New York
Neil Nitin Mukesh posted a video montage on Instagram that captured pivotal moments from New York, accompanied by an overlay text that read: “Three friends discovering a new world and suddenly everything has changed. 16 years of New York.”
In his caption, the actor wrote: “16 years of New York… and Omar still holds a special place in my heart.”
He also reached out to fans with a heartfelt message: “So many memories, so many moments… Which one stayed with you the most? Tell me your favourite scene or dialogue below. Would love to know,” Neil added.
About New York
New York, which featured a powerful ensemble cast including John Abraham, Katrina Kaif, the late Irrfan Khan, and Neil Nitin Mukesh, was set against the turbulent backdrop of post-9/11 America. The story follows three university friends at the fictional New York State University whose lives are forever changed by the political and emotional fallout of the attacks.
The film marked Kabir Khan’s second directorial project with Yash Raj Films, following the critically acclaimed Kabul Express in 2006. It became a commercial success and was ranked the sixth-highest grossing Hindi film of the year.
Neil Nitin Mukesh’s Latest Project
Neil’s most recent appearance is in the series Hai Junoon – Dream. Dare. Dominate, which premiered on May 16. Directed by Abhishek Sharma and produced by Jio Creative Labs, the show stars Neil alongside Jacqueline Fernandez, Boman Irani, Siddharth Nigam, Priyank Sharma, Sumedh Mudgalkar, Kunwar Amar, and others in key roles.
Hai Junoon explores the raw, emotional journeys of a new generation unafraid to challenge societal expectations. At its core is a high-voltage rivalry between the privileged Supersonics and the driven Misfits — a conflict that fuels the show’s intense drama and emotional depth.
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