Aabeer Gulaal
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| Directed by | Aarti S. Bagdi |
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| Cinematography | Tribhuvan Babu Sadineni |
| Edited by | Sanjay Ingle |
| Music by | Amit Trivedi |
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Running time | 133 minutes[1] |
| Language | Hindi |
Aabeer Gulaal is an upcoming romantic comedy film produced by Vivek Agrawal and directed by Aarti S. Bagdi, starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor.[2][3] it was scheduled for release on 9 May 2025 but was unreleased following the 2025 Pahalgam attack and ensuing India–Pakistan diplomatic tensions.[4]
The film will now release worldwide on 29th August 2025 in all countries excluding India.[5]
Premise
When spirited Gulaal escapes an arranged marriage and lands in London, she crashes into the life of Aabeer Singh — a guarded restaurateur with a complicated past. Their lives collide through chaos, dance classes, and unexpected late-night rescues. What begins as rivalry slowly simmers into something deeper neither is ready for. But love demands more than chemistry — it asks them both to heal, forgive, and grow.
Cast
- Fawad Khan as Aabeer Singh
- Vaani Kapoor as Gulaal Bajaj
- Riddhi Dogra as Avantika
- Lisa Haydon as Laila
- Farida Jalal as Nani
- Soni Razdan as Sushma
- Parmeet Sethi as Suresh
- Rahul Vohra as Dinesh
- Amrit Sandhu as Ruchita
- Sujoy De as Harry
- Dev Agrawal as Aman
- Hiten Patel as Mr. Suri
- Sophie Lovell Anderson as Vicky
Production
Development
The film was initially titled Abir Gulaal, which was later changed to Aabeer Gulaal.[6]
Filming
The film was first reported to be in development in July 2024.[7] It is directed by Aarti S. Bagdi and produced by Indian Stories and A Richer Lens Entertainment. Producers include Vivek Agrawal, Avantika Hari and Rakesh Sippy.[8]
The cast is led by Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor, Riddhi Dogra, Lisa Haydon, Farida Jalal, Soni Razdan, Parmeet Sethi and Rahul Vohra.[9][10] The film has a supporting cast from India and UK.[11]
Principal photography took place in London, England from 29 September 2024 with a filming schedule lasting into October and November.[12][13]
Soundtrack
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| Released | 19 April 2025 | ||||
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| Length | 21:16 | ||||
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| Label | Saregama | ||||
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All lyrics are written by Kumaar; all music is composed by Amit Trivedi.
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Khudaya Ishq" | Arijit Singh, Shilpa Rao | 3:34 |
| 2. | "Angreji Rangrasiya" | Amit Trivedi, Chotu Khan, Akanksha Sethi | 3:51 |
| 3. | "Tain Tain" | Amit Trivedi, Dimple Saikia | 2:45 |
| 4. | "Doriyaan" | Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal | 4:47 |
| 5. | "Khalbaliyaan" | Simran Choudhary, Taylor Jones | 2:42 |
| 6. | "On The Way" | Raghav Chaitanya, Akanksha Sethi | 3:37 |
| Total length: | 21:16 | ||
Release
Aabeer Gulaal, was initially scheduled for theatrical release on May 9, 2025. However, following the Pahalgam attack in April 2025, which resulted in significant casualties, the film's release faced substantial opposition.[14] Indian government sources confirmed that the movie would not be allowed to release in India due to heightened political tensions between Pakistan and India and calls for a ban on Pakistani artists in Indian cinema.[15] Subsequently, Pakistani authorities also decided to ban the film, citing the involvement of Indian actress Vaani Kapoor.[16] As of April 2025, the film remains unreleased in both countries, with its future distribution uncertain amid ongoing diplomatic strains.[17][18] The film will now release worldwide on 29th August 2025 in all countries excluding India.[19]
References
- ^ "Aabeer Gulaal". British Board of Film Classification.
- ^ "Fawad Khan's 'Abir Gulaal' marks his long-awaited return to Indian cinema in 2025". The Times of India. 1 April 2025. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ "Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor's look from 'Abir Gulaal' out, fans excited". ANI. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ Ramachandran, Naman (1 April 2025). "Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor Romantic Comedy 'Abir Gulaal' Sets Release, Unveils Teaser (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety.
- ^ "Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor's controversial Abir Gulaal set for global release on August 29… but India won't see it". Hindustan Times. 11 August 2025. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ^ "Aabeer Gulaal: Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor's Film Gets New Title And Release Date, Skips Indian Theatres". Times Now News. 12 August 2025. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ^ Yadav, Monica (3 July 2024). "Fawad Khan signs Bollywood film after 8 years opposite Vaani Kapoor; film to go on floors in September 2024 in London". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
- ^ Ramachandran, Naman (6 October 2024). "Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor Commence Romantic Comedy 'Abir Gulaal' in London (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 6 October 2024.
- ^ "Fawad Khan to make Bollywood comeback in romantic comedy Abir Gulaal with Vaani Kapoor, see first look". The Indian Express. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
- ^ "Ridhi Dogra checked with authorities before signing Abir Gulaal with Fawad Khan". India Today. 12 November 2024. Archived from the original on 12 November 2024. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
- ^ "Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor to star in 'Abir Gulaal', makers release first look from film". Deccan Herald. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
- ^ "Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor filming romantic comedy in London". Telangana Today. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 7 October 2024.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE: Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor to wrap cross-border romantic comedy Abir Gulaal in London on November 11". Bollywood Hungama. 10 November 2024. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
- ^ "Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor condemn Pahalgam terror attack; FWICE declares they won't let Abir Gulaal release in India: 'Blanket boycott on all Pak artistes'". The Indian Express. 24 April 2025. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- ^ "Pak Actor Fawad Khan's Film 'Abir Gulaal' Won't Release In India: Sources". NDTV. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- ^ "Fawad Khan's Abir Gulaal banned in Pakistan as well!". Samaa News. 30 April 2025. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- ^ Mouli, Chandra (29 April 2025). "After India, Pakistan bans Fawad Khan's film Abir Gulaal". The Siasat Daily. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- ^ "Abir Gulaal 'denied' release in India, jeopardising Fawad Khan's Bollywood comeback". Geo TV. Retrieved 30 April 2025.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE: Fawad Khan-Vaani Kapoor starrer Aabeer Gulaal to release worldwide, excluding India, on August 29, 2025; new poster launched". Bollywood Hungama. 11 August 2025. Retrieved 13 August 2025.