Renowned filmmaker Imtiaz Ali is gearing up for his next project, featuring Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari Wagh, and the esteemed Naseeruddin Shah. The film has already stirred excitement among cinema enthusiasts. Recently, the production companies, Applause Entertainment and Window Seat Films, unveiled the official release date for this untitled drama, which is currently in post-production.
Mark your calendars for June 12th, when the film will hit theaters. Applause Entertainment took to social media, sharing a striking black-and-white image of Imtiaz Ali in action, casually dressed and engaged in the creative process behind the camera.
In their announcement, the makers described the film as “a charming story of love and longing,” set to grace cinemas on June 12, 2026. The project is proudly presented by Applause Entertainment and produced by Window Seat Films. It stars a talented cast including Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari Wagh, and Naseeruddin Shah, with music by the legendary A.R. Rahman and lyrics by Irshad Kamil.
About Imtiaz’s upcoming film, it promises a contemporary narrative filled with wit, delving into the complexities of human relationships. The film reunites the iconic trio of A.R. Rahman, Irshad Kamil, and Imtiaz Ali. Previously, Imtiaz, who also penned the script, quoted, “‘Tum mere paas hote ho goya, Jab koi doosra nahin hota’ (‘You are with me, even when no one else is’). Can love truly be lost? Can one’s sense of home be taken away?”
Ali expressed that the film is “big-hearted,” with a vast storyline that remains deeply personal. It tells the tale of a boy and a girl, intertwined with the essence of a nation. He encouraged fans to support them as they navigate this dynamic narrative, hoping to deliver a moving cinematic experience next year. Details about the film remain closely guarded. This project marks Diljit’s first collaboration on-screen with Vedang Raina and Sharvari, and his second with Imtiaz Ali following the biopic, Amar Singh Chamkila, set to release in 2024.