Is Brad Pitt’s F1 Really a Rip-off of Ta Ra Rum Pum? Siddharth Anand Responds!

The internet is going wild with comparisons between Brad Pitt’s F1 and Siddharth Anand’s 2007 racing drama, Ta Ra Rum Pum. What started as a fun meme on social media has caught the attention of Anand himself, who has finally acknowledged the buzz. But is there any truth to the jokes? Let’s dive in.

The Meme Mania: Brad Pitt vs. Saif Ali Khan

Ever since F1, directed by Joseph Kosinski, hit theatres, fans have flooded social media with memes comparing it to Ta Ra Rum Pum. The two films share striking similarities: both revolve around race car drivers who face career challenges and family struggles. In Ta Ra Rum Pum, Saif Ali Khan plays RV, a race car driver fighting to get back into NASCAR, while in F1, Brad Pitt portrays a former Formula One driver in his 50s, returning to the sport to help a struggling team.

Siddharth Anand’s Response to F1

Siddharth Anand, who directed Ta Ra Rum Pum, took to X (formerly Twitter) to praise the film, seemingly giving a subtle shoutout to the internet memes. His post described Ta Ra Rum Pum as a “lovely beast,” stirring up reactions from fans who couldn’t help but appreciate the nod to the film’s unexpected revival.

Many fans flooded the post with comments suggesting re-releases, sequels, and even how the movie was still a personal favorite. However, some were a bit less thrilled about the comparison, arguing that Ta Ra Rum Pum couldn’t possibly be in the same league as F1.

Box Office and Reception

Released in 2007, Ta Ra Rum Pum grossed ₹72 crore worldwide on a budget of ₹28 crore, despite mixed reviews. On the other hand, F1 has smashed records with the biggest box office opening of Brad Pitt’s career, thanks to its high-budget production and authentic F1 racing scenes.

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Siddharth Anand’s Next Project

Meanwhile, Siddharth Anand is gearing up for his upcoming film, King, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Suhana Khan. Originally directed by Sujoy Ghosh, Anand took over the reins after working with SRK on Pathaan. The film is currently in production.