Sreeleela Replaces Triptii Dimri in Kartik Aaryan’s Next; Teaser Sparks Aashiqui 3 Speculation. Watch
Kartik Aaryan is set to bring another intense love story to the big screen, this time alongside Sreeleela, who will be making her Bollywood debut.
Kartik Aaryan is set to bring another intense love story to the big screen, this time alongside Sreeleela, who will be making her Bollywood debut. While earlier speculations suggested that Triptii Dimri would be cast in Anurag Basu’s much-anticipated musical—believed to be the third installment in the Aashiqui franchise—it has now been confirmed that the leading role has gone to Sreeleela. Fans recently got their first look at the film, which teases a passionate romance between the two stars.
Kartik Aaryan's love story's teaser
Taking to Instagram on Saturday, Kartik unveiled a short glimpse of the upcoming project, while also revealing its release date. In the teaser, the actor sports a rugged new look, with unkempt hair and a thick beard, as he strums a guitar and sings the beloved song "Tu Meri Zindagi Hai" before a massive crowd. The video also offers glimpses of his on-screen chemistry with Sreeleela, showing them riding a bike together, embracing near a bonfire, and sharing intimate moments. Hinting at a grand festive release, Kartik captioned the post, "This Diwali ❤️🔥."
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Netizens say it is Aashiqui 3
Fans erupted with excitement after the announcement. One thrilled admirer commented, "MY MAN PLAYING GUITAR, WHAT ELSE DO I DREAM FOR??" while another declared, "The biggest love story LOADING……❤️🔥🙌"
Speculation over whether the film is indeed Aashiqui 3 also filled the comments section, with fans eagerly anticipating the return of the iconic romantic saga. "Finally, it's happening 😍🥹 Aashiqui 3," wrote one user. Others predicted a tearjerker, with one saying, "Get ready to cry in the theatre."
Why Triptii Dimri was removed from the film
Meanwhile, Triptii Dimri’s absence from the project led to various rumors, including claims that her recent bold roles influenced the casting decision. However, Anurag Basu had set the record straight. Speaking to HT City, he clarified, “I don’t know what the film is called right now; the shoot starts this month. We have not finalided the female lead yet—it will be announced in a week.”
Dismissing the rumors about Triptii Dimri’s "image" being a factor in the decision, Basu further explained, "Image was not the reason. I am the last person to judge an actor on the basis of the other characters they have played on screen. Aashiqui was not even the story anymore... I don’t know the source of these stories which came out.”
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