After Tere Ishk Mein, producer Aanand L Rai plans a period romance with Kriti Sanon and Dhanush; talks on, actors keen, shoot likely by year-end if they sign the film
Kriti Sanon, Dhanush and Aanand L Rai
The trio reunites
After ‘Tere Ishk Mein’ (2025) Aanand L Rai is reportedly exploring another collaboration with Kriti Sanon and Dhanush for an ambitious period romance. We have learnt that discussions are underway, with both actors said to have responded positively to the script, though formalities are still being finalised. “If everything falls into place, the film is expected to go on floors towards the end of the year,” a source told Pinkvilla. The film is touted as “an epic love story,” and its tone will be different from their earlier collabs.
Collaboration # 1
The film was made on a budget of Rs 75 crore and grossed Rs 155 crore worldwide, emerging as a clean box-office hit.
Changing how it ends
Aamir Khan
As superstar Aamir Khan’s son Junaid Khan gears up for his next release, Ek Din, co-starring Sai Pallavi, the film has drawn attention for its creative process. Co-producer Mansoor Khan revealed that Aamir stepped in to rework the ending, saying, “Aamir had reservations about the climax scene. He rewrote it. We agreed he was right. That’s the collaborative spirit we share.” He added that the team welcomed Aamir’s inputs on key moments, including shaping the film’s emotional resolution.
Junaid’s journey
(L-R) Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi in the trailer of ‘Ek Din’
Junaid Khan made his acting debut with ‘Maharaj’ (2024), followed by his theatrical release ‘Loveyapa’ (2025). After ‘Ek Din’, the actor has two more projects in his kitty, including one backed by Ektaa R Kapoor.
Experiencing father guilt
(L-R) Vikrant Massey with wife Sheetal Thakur and son Vardaan
Actor Vikrant Massey has revealed that a heartfelt moment with his son led to his 2024 decision to step away from work. Appearing on Parineeti Chopra’s podcasat, Mom Talks with wife Sheetal Thakur, he said the phase around his son Vardaan’s birth in 2024 left him drained and longing for home. Recalling when the child tried to say “papa”, Vikrant shared, “That’s when it struck me — it was time to go back home.” He added that new fathers often feel conflicted stepping out, saying, “It’s okay to feel vulnerable and want to go back home.”
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