Overview
- Speaking to Variety India on March 18, Mohit Suri said, “Ranbir Kapoor is not in my next film,” ending weeks of casting rumors.
- He added that he has met Ranbir Kapoor and hopes to work together later, praising the actor’s depth and his admiration for Suri’s Awaarapan.
- Reports that the project was a gangster-themed love story, potentially linked to Yash Raj Films, remain unconfirmed and were refuted by Suri’s remarks.
- Suri’s clarification follows the surprise box-office success of Saiyaara in 2025, which starred newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda and heightened interest in his next move.
- Suri recalled Aditya Chopra predicting a Rs 100 crore run for Saiyaara after a rough-cut screening, underscoring the weight of seasoned producer judgment.