Aparshakti Khurana, Veer Pahariya's 'Prem Keetanu' film announced
Mumbai, August 12
Actors Aparshakti Khurana and Veer Pahariya wil be seen sharing screen space in a new film titled 'Prem Keetanu'.
Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, the film, which also features Aafiya Sayed, Rakesh Bedi and Nikhil Vijay, is set to be released on Gandhi Jayanti 2026.
Described as a heartwarming and relatable entertainer, the film explores the aspirations, relationships and everyday struggles of young Indians. With humour and emotion at its core, Prem Keetanu is expected to offer a contemporary take on modern life and love, read a press note.
Prem Keetanu marks the first production under Gaurav Verma's newly launched banner, Avanika Films, and is co-presented by Phars Films.
As per the makers, Prem Keetanu is a story about the boys "Jinko college main na marks mile, na ummeed, na pyar, kuch mila to sirf dost aur khoob sare heartbreaks".
Veer also has the dark action thriller Naam - To Live Is War in his upcoming lineup. Presented by veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and directed by Sidhaant Sachdev, the film will feature Veer alongside Varun Sharma, who is expected to step into a negative role for the first time.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally a film about the real struggles of Indian students! Not everyone gets top marks, and this tagline about heartbreaks and friendships actually sounds relatable. Hope it's not just another cliché drama. 🤞
Interesting to see a fresh pairing. Aparshakti has a great track record with offbeat films. Veer's upcoming action thriller with Mahesh Bhatt also sounds intense. Bollywood is really giving newcomers a platform now.
The title "Prem Keetanu" sounds a bit odd, but the concept is good. Young Indians dealing with heartbreaks and friendships—this could be a refreshing take if done honestly. Also, Rakesh Bedi in the cast is a big plus for the comedy timing! 😄
Honestly, how many more "college friendship" films do we need? Just hoping this one has fresh writing and not the same old formula of 3-4 friends, a love triangle, and a sad song in the rain. Aparshakti deserves better scripts.
Nice to see more films about the average Indian youth. Not everyone is an IIT topper or a startup millionaire; some of us just have our friends and lots of heartbreaks! 😅 Looking forward to the soundtrack too. Hope it has some good melodies.
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