Filmmaker Aanand L Rai has addressed the casting buzz surrounding the much-anticipated third instalment of Tanu Weds Manu. The director has made it clear that the franchise cannot move forward without its original leads, R Madhavan and Kangana Ranaut. His statement comes amid reports that the third film was being developed with a fresh cast and an independent storyline.

Aanand L Rai confirms Tanu Weds Manu 3 cast

Filmmaker Aanand L Rai says the third instalment of his hit romantic drama Tanu Weds Manu will not move ahead without its original leading actors, R Madhavan and Kangana Ranaut. “‘Tanu Weds Manu’ won't be possible without Madhavan. So, whenever you will see any ‘Tanu Weds Manu’, whether three or four or five, it will be with Madhavan and Kangana,” Rai told PTI in an interview.