Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor surprised fans with an Eid teaser for their upcoming film, Abir Gulaal, which was released on YouTube on April 1, 2025.
The clip, not an April Fool’s prank, features the duo gazing into each other’s eyes in a car, hinting at romance. The film, set for a theatrical release on May 9, promises a heartfelt love story set against the scenic streets of London.
We have a date!
The makers have released the official teaser for #FawadKhan and #VaaniKapoor starrer #AbirGulaal. The movie is releasing on May 9, 2025. 🎦
Filmfare was the first to tell you about the movie’s filming in London. We exclusively noted that the movie will be… pic.twitter.com/qEys8IZPLl
— Filmfare (@filmfare) April 1, 2025
The synopsis hints at “unexpected turns, tender moments, and pure magic,” combining laughter and love. Fans can anticipate sizzling chemistry between Khan and Kapoor.
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The YouTube description features Khan listed first among a star-studded cast that includes Lisa Haydon, Riddhi Dogra, Farida Jalal, Soni Razdan, Parmeet Sethi, Rahul Vora, Amrit Sandhu, Sujoy De, and Dev Agrawal. Directed by Aarti S. Bagdi, this marks Khan’s significant return to Bollywood.
The wait is over! Bringing love back to the big screen with Abir Gulaal and Fawad Khan. A Richer lens film @aricherlens_ . See you in the cinemas on 9th May! ❤️✨@aricherlens_ @vivekbagrawal @AvantikaH_A @AartiSBagdi @saregamaglobal #rakeshsippy #aarjaypictures#indianstories… pic.twitter.com/RcWAa9WIGQ
— Vaani Kapoor (@Vaaniofficial) April 1, 2025
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A Pakistani star, Khan gained fame in Bollywood with his performances in “Khoobsurat” (opposite Sonam Kapoor) and “Kapoor & Sons” (alongside Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra) before a ban sidelined his career.
Recently, he starred in “The Legend of Maula Jatt” and “Barzakh” with Sanam Saeed. Meanwhile, Sonam Kapoor has impressed audiences in films like “War,” “Befikre,” and is preparing for “Raid 2” alongside Ajay Devgn. “Abir Gulaal” marks a new chapter for both actors.