Alia Bhatt's 'Don't Be Shy' Rom-Com Gets Sept 25 Release

Alia Bhatt's next film as producer is 'Don't Be Shy', a young adult rom-com to be released on Sep 25

Mumbai, August 24

Written and directed by Sreeti Mukerji, the young-adult rom-com is headlined by four fresh faces--Aarushi Bajaj, Ansh Duggal, Bianca Arora, and Piyush Khati. The film also stars Kunaal Roy Kapur, Anurag Basu, Neha Dhupia, and Anju Alva Naik in pivotal roles.

In a joint statement, Alia and Shaheen said, "Don't Be Shy has been extremely special to us from the very beginning, and we couldn't be prouder to see it come to life. It captures something so honest about being young--the friendships that shape you, the first loves that change you, the heartbreaks that stay with you, and the process of gradually figuring out who you are. What excites us most is this brilliant young cast; their energy, vulnerability, and chemistry are magnetic, and they bring such life and honesty to these characters. We can't wait for audiences in India and around the world to meet Shy and get swept into her wonderful, chaotic world."

"Don't Be Shy is one of our most cherished films, and we're thrilled to finally announce its global streaming premiere," said Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals, Prime Video (SVOD) and Amazon MGM Studios India. "This film introduces four extraordinary new actors--Aarushi, Ansh, Bianca, and Piyush--who bring an incredible freshness and authenticity to their roles. Led by Sreeti Mukerji and shaped by the creative vision of Alia and Shaheen Bhatt, Don't Be Shy is a joyful, heartfelt celebration of friendship, love, and the beautifully messy journey of growing up. We can't wait for audiences to immerse themselves in Shy's world."

The film also stars Kunaal Roy Kapur, Anurag Basu, Neha Dhupia, and Anju Alva Naik in pivotal roles.

— ANI