2026 is already shaping up to be a big year for Indian cinema, as the audience is set to witness several fresh on-screen pairings that are creating a huge buzz. From big stars coming together, to Gen Z stars bringing in their young energy, ahead of the new year, here are the top upcoming fresh pairings to look forward to!
Updated On: 2025-11-30 04:02 PM IST
Compiled by : Amarylisa Gonsalves
Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela
Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela are all set to star together in an upcoming romantic musical film directed by Anurag Basu, titled Tu Meri Zindagi Hai. The film was earlier titled Aashique 2 but was renamed to Tu Meri Zindagi Hai and is slated for a May 2026 release.
Prabhas and Malavika Mohanan
Slated for a 2026 release, The Raja Saab marks the first-ever collaboration of Prabhas and Malavika Mohanan. Their fresh pairing is already generating buzz.
Dia Mirza and Rahul Bhat
The pair will be seen together in an untitled love story, helmed by Kanwal Sethi.
Ananya Panday and Lakshya Lalwani
Produced by Dharma Productions, this youthful romance pairs Ananya Panday with Lakshya Lalwani in Chand Mera Dil is expected to be one of the most relatable love stories for Gen Z audiences.
Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor
Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor are coming together for the first time in Peddi, directed by Buchi Babu Sana. Set in a rustic, rural backdrop, the film promises a strong emotional core and with this unexpected pairing, anticipation around the film continues to grow.
Keerthy Suresh and Vijay Deverakonda
For the first time, Keerthy Suresh and Vijay Deverakonda are coming together as a fresh pair in an untitled upcoming film directed by Ravi Kiran Kola. While they previously shared screen space in Mahanati over seven years ago, this marks their first project opposite each other which is already creating a buzz for their long-awaited on-screen pairing.
Abhay Verma and Rasha Thadani
Abhay Verma is set to star opposite Rasha Thadani in Phantom Film’s upcoming production, Laikey Laikaa. The film promises romance and chemistry between the fresh pairing.
Varun Dhawan and Pooja Hegde
Varun Dhawan and Pooja Hegde are set to star in the upcoming Hindi movie, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, which is directed by David Dhawan and also features Mrunal Thakur. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on June 5, 2026
Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi
Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi are starring together in the upcoming pan-Indian film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari. Kapoor plays Lord Ram, while Pallavi plays Sita. The film will be released in two parts, with the first part scheduled for Diwali 2026
Mrunal Thakur and Siddhant Chaturvedi
Mrunal Thakur and Siddhant Chaturvedi will be seen in the upcoming romantic drama film Do Deewane Seher Mein, directed by Ravi Udyawar and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The movie is set to be released on February 20, 2026, during Valentine's Week.
Ibrahim Ali Khan and Sreeleela
Ibrahim Ali Khan and Sreeleela are expected to come together in Diler. Directed by Kayoze Irani, the film is a sports drama, and it has already ignited anticipation among audiences to see the fresh on-screen pair.
Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor
Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav are teaming up for the first time in the survival thriller Tu Yaa Main. Directed by Bejoy Nambiar, the ‘high-concept, date-fright’ film releases during Valentine’s Week, showcasing their chemistry.