Pakistani actor Fawad Khan is set to return to Bollywood after an eight-year hiatus with his upcoming film 'Abir Gulaal'. The romantic comedy will see him paired alongside Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor. Directed by Aarti S Bagri, the film began shooting in London on September 29, with production handled by Vivek Aggarwal, Avantika Hari, and Rakesh Sippy.
First Look: Vaani and Fawad's Romantic Poster Released!
The filmmakers recently shared a poster featuring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, announcing the project. According to reports, the film will be shot across the UK in October and November 2024, with a focus on creating a grand international production. The supporting cast will include notable talents from both India and the UK. Additionally, a leading Bollywood musician has composed six original tracks for the film, which will be sung by famous Bollywood singers, although further details remain under wraps.
Controversy Surrounding Fawad Khan's 'The Legend of Maula Jatt' Release in India
Recently, Fawad's film 'The Legend of Maula Jatt' faced significant controversy in India. Initially scheduled for release on October 2, the film was halted after widespread protests in several cities. Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chairperson Raj Thackeray strongly opposed the film's release, vowing to prevent any movie featuring a Pakistani artist from being shown in Maharashtra.
Fawad's Previous Bollywood Films
Fawad's last Bollywood appearance was in the 2016 film 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' alongside Ranbir Kapoor. Prior to that, he starred in 'Kapoor and Sons' in 2016 and 'Khubsoorat' in 2014. With 'Abir Gulaal', Fawad is set to make his much-anticipated comeback to Indian cinema after eight years.