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Anurag Basu clarifies Aaryan-Sreeleela film's early stage
23 Apr
Summary
- Filmmaker Anurag Basu states only 45 days of shooting are complete.
- The Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela starrer's release is now expected late 2026 or early 2027.
- Basu is eager to start his Kishore Kumar biopic after this project.
Filmmaker Anurag Basu has addressed speculation surrounding his upcoming musical romantic drama featuring Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela, confirming that the project is still in its nascent stages of production.
Basu clarified in a recent interview that only a limited portion of the film has been shot, with approximately 45 days of filming completed. He debunked claims suggesting that the majority of the shooting was finished, emphasizing that the production has only recently commenced.
The film's initial release target was December 2025, but this has been revised due to various factors. Current projections indicate that the movie might be released in late 2026 or early 2027. This project is being developed as a standalone film, separate from the 'Aashiqui' franchise, following creative and legal considerations.
Following the completion of this romantic drama, Basu is keen to start working on his long-gestating biopic of the legendary Kishore Kumar. He expressed a strong desire to transition to the Kishore Kumar project as soon as possible, indicating it has been a long-held ambition.
