Have you heard? Anurag Basu clarifies Kartik Aaryan-starrer not delayed due to Saiyaara; Baazigar had a different climax

Director Anurag Basu has clarified that his upcoming romantic musical with Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela is not delayed due to Saiyaara’s success. In a recent media interaction, Anurag said, “Given that both films feature musicians as central characters, we knew comparisons would be drawn. But the two films are completely different.” The yet-untitled film will now release in 2026 due to scheduling conflicts. “Kartik was busy with Karan Johar’s upcoming film [Main Teri Tu Mera Tu Meri Main Tera], and I was occupied with the release of Metro... In Dino,” he added. Industry buzz claims the film shared thematic similarities with Saiyaara, leading to rewrites and reshoots. While unofficially seen as a sequel to Aashiqui 2 [2013], legal issues may prevent the use of the title. A reimagined version of the iconic title track  from the Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor-starrer is however expected to be included in the movie.

Baazigar had a different climax

(From left) Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan in Baazigar

Filmmaker duo Abbas-Mustan recently revealed that the original climax of Baazigar (1993) had Kajol’s character kill Shah Rukh Khan’s vengeful anti-hero. In a chat with YouTuber, Lucky Bisht, Mustan revealed that the climax was altered to evoke more empathy from the audience. The directors shared that casting SRK in such a dark role was a bold move at the time. “He was fearless. He wanted to take risks,” they recalled. 

The makers respond

(From left) Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor in Raanjhanaa

The studio, Eros International, which produced Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor-starrer, Raanjhanaa (2013) has defended its decision to release an AI-altered version of the film, dismissing director Aanand L Rai’s objections as “factually incorrect” and “legally unfounded.” The filmmaker had voiced disappointment over the studio modifying the film’s original ending, where Dhanush’s character dies, into a happier conclusion (Re-release, but with a twist, July 12). In a statement, Eros CEO Pradeep Dwivedi said, “This is a creative reimagining, not a replacement.”

Dhamaal hi dhamaal

(From left) Ravi Kishan and Ajay Devgn

Actor Ravi Kishan has confirmed that he will reunite with Ajay Devgn for Dhamaal 4, marking their third on-screen collaboration after Singham Again (2024), and the upcoming Son of Sardaar 2. Speaking on The Great Indian Kapil Show, Ravi said, “We’re back together again — this time in the madness of Dhamaal 4.”